Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky
Distillerie de Paris
£95
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Distillerie de Paris |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.18 | £94.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky is better value at £95 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £94.75)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£94.75 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Distillerie?
Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Distillerie de Paris Single Malt Whisky / Whisky Paris LMDW Selection French Whisky