Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Paul John
£110
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Paul John |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.6% |
| Age | 23 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 £109.95)
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £124.18)
Cons
- −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 Paul?
Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Paul John 6 Year Old - Batch 6 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)