Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange
DistilleryDalmoreMidleton
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle MaltIrish
ABV42%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£715£710
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

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

Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange is better value at £710 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 £710)

Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£710 vs £715)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

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 Midleton?

Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedVanillaOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Midleton Very Rare 1997 / 25 Year Old / Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

ChocolateCitricToastedNutty

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