Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Tomatin
£750
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 57.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £715 | £749.98 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£749.98 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 31 Year Old 1988 (cask 6655) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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