Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £715 | £799 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
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 £799.
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
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£799 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Where to buy
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 21 Year Old 1977
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange