Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
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
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Loch Lomond
★ 5.00
£100
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £99.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 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
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £99.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Inchmurrin?
Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)