Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish
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
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish
Tobermory
£200
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tobermory |
| Region | Highland | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.8% |
| Age | 23 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish
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 £200.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£200 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish 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 Ledaig 21 Year Old 1998 Marsala Cask Finish