Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004
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
Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004
Hellyers Road
★ 5.00
£188
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Hellyers Road |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 64.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £187.79 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £188.
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
- +More affordable (£124.18 vs £187.79)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£187.79 vs £124.18)
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 Hellyers?
Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004 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.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Hellyers Road 12 Year Old 2004