Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

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

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyTormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
DistilleryDalmoreTormore
RegionSpeyside
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%60.2%
AgeNAS8 yr
Price£105£123.95
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner35/100
Value40/100

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £105 vs £124.

For beginners: Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +More affordable (£105 vs £123.95)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£123.95 vs £105)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Tormore?

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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

Old Wood

Only Dalmore Cigar Malt Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

TobaccoLeathery

Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractVanillaToasted

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