Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Strathclyde 30 Year Old (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
Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Strathclyde
★ 5.00
£139
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Strathclyde |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 53.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £138.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £139.
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
- +More affordable (£124.18 vs £138.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 23 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£138.95 vs £124.18)
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 Strathclyde?
Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Strathclyde 30 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)