Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain

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

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain
DistilleryDalmoreWildmoor
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV42%46%
Age25 yr40 yr
Price£715£916.5
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain

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 £917.

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

Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (40 vs 25 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£916.5 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 Wildmoor?

Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Dalmore 25 Year Old (2015 Release)

VanillaHoney

Only Wildmoor 40 Year Old Black Mountain

Nutty

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