Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Glenlivet
£798
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 47.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £715 | £798.14 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £798.
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
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£798.14 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 Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glenlivet 33 Year Old 1986 (cask 16601801) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)