Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
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
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Glenrothes
£122
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glenrothes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 62.2% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £124.18 | £121.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits is better value at £122 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 £121.95)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +More affordable (£121.95 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.2%) — 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 The?
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits 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 The Glenrothes 12 Year Old 2008 - North Star Spirits