Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
DistilleryDalmoreGlenDronach
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.2%53.2%
Age24 yr22 yr
Price£184.63£210
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner45/100
Value24/100

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is better value at £185 vs £210.

For beginners: Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£184.63 vs £210)
  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 22 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£210 vs £184.63)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) 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.

Who should buy The?

The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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

SherriedHoneyToasted

Only Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)

VanillaOld Wood

Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)

Dried FruitChocolate

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