Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation CollectionThe Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
DistilleryDalmoreThe Macallan
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV53.8%43%
Age19 yr25 yr
Price£2499.95£2750
Rating4.91/5

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value2/100

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection is better value at £2500 vs £2750.

For beginners: The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection

Pros

  • +More affordable (£2499.95 vs £2750)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
  • +Longer maturation (25 vs 19 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£2750 vs £2499.95)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.

Who should buy The?

The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedChocolateDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 19 Year Old 1992 (cask 18) - Constellation Collection

Cooked FruitVanilla

Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018

Old WoodTobacco

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