Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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
Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glenlivet
£199
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glenlivet |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.18 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £199.
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
Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 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 Glenlivet?
Glenlivet Archive 15 Year Old Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
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