Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
DistilleryDalmoreRosebank
RegionHighlandLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%48%
Age25 yr18 yr
Price£715£799
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)

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 £799.

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

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£799 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 Rosebank?

Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedVanillaHoney

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only Rosebank 18 Year Old 1990 (cask 611) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)

NuttyToasted

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