Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection
DistilleryDalmoreTamnavulin
RegionHighlandSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV42%46.5%
Age25 yr39 yr
Price£715£704.99
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value7/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection is better value at £705 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
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£715 vs £704.99)

Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection

Pros

  • +More affordable (£704.99 vs £715)
  • +Longer maturation (39 vs 25 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

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 Tamnavulin?

Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodHoneyDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

Vanilla

Only Tamnavulin 39 Year Old 1979 - Vintages Collection

Toasted

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