Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04
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
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04
Glenfiddich
★ 4.00
£115
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £114.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04 is better value at £115 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 £114.5)
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£114.5 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Glenfiddich 18 Year Old Perpetual Collection - Vat 04