Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977
Matthew Brown
£900
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Matthew Brown |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 42% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £715 | £900 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 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 £900.
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
Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£900 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 Matthew?
Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977 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
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Matthew Brown 12 Year Old / Queen's Silver Jubilee 1977