Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
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
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£110
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Thompson Bros. |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £110 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £110)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£110 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −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 Orkney?
Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.) 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
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Orkney 19 Year Old 2000 (Thompson Bros.)