Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky
DistilleryDalmoreInchgower
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV42%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£715£700
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness62/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky is better value at £700 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 £700)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£700 vs £715)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • 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 Inchgower?

Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodHoneyDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedVanilla

Only Inchgower 1974 / 22 Year Old / Rare Malts Speyside Whisky

SmokeyMalt Extract

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