Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Glen Keith
£130
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glen Keith |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 49.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £130.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 23 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £124.18)
- −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 Glen?
Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Glen Keith 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 171272) - The Single Malts of Scotland