Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£135
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Signatory |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 54.6% |
| Age | 23 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £134.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £135.
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£134.9 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 Secret?
Secret Orkney 18 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17/A63 #7) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
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