Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release)
Laphroaig
£999
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 44.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £715 | £999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release)
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 £999.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£999 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 28 Year Old (2018 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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