Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715

Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive
Glenfarclas
£675
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glenfarclas |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 55% |
| Age | 25 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £715 | £674.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive is better value at £675 vs £715.
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
- −More expensive (£715 vs £674.5)
Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£674.5 vs £715)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive 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
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Glenfarclas 29 Year Old 1991 (cask 10225) - Family Cask - Master of Malt Exclusive