Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
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
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Mackinlay's
£150
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Mackinlay's |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.3% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.18 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
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 £150.
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
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 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 Mackinlay’s?
Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Mackinlay’s Shackleton Rare Old Highland Malt - The Journey