Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Dornoch
£250
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Dornoch |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £331.43 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky is better value at £250 vs £331.
For beginners: Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £250)
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dalwhinnie?
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Dornoch?
Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Dornoch 2018 / 5 Year Old / Thompson Bros for Whisky Show 2023 Highland Whisky