Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)
DistilleryDalmorePort Ellen
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%43%
Age25 yr22 yr
Price£715£750
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £750.

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

Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£750 vs £715)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Port?

Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedVanillaHoneyDried Fruit

Only Port Ellen 22 Year Old 1975 - Finest Collection (Hart Brothers)

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

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