Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryDalmoreGlen Elgin
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%45.6%
Age25 yr44 yr
Price£715£1023.24
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value7/100

Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £1023.

For beginners: Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (44 vs 25 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1023.24 vs £715)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 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 Glen?

Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

VanillaHoneyDried Fruit

Only Glen Elgin 44 Year Old 1975 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

LeatheryNuttyTobacco

Explore more