Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release) vs Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release) | Glengoyne 30 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glengoyne |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 46.8% |
| Age | 25 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £894.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is better value at £895 vs £1200.
For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £894.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
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
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2013 Release) 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 30 Year Old 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
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