Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£850
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 52.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £715 | £849.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £715 vs £850.
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
- +More affordable (£715 vs £849.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£849.95 vs £715)
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 Speyside?
Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Speyside #1 50 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)