Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£715
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£675
| Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) | Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Tormore |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 46.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £715 | £675 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) is better value at £675 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
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£715 vs £675)
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£675 vs £715)
- +Longer maturation (35 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 Tormore?
Tormore 35 Year Old 1988 (cask 17546) Xtra Old Particular Scallywag Limited Edition - 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)
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