Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Glenburgie
★ 5.00
£351
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Glenburgie |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 47.4% |
| Age | 25 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £350.66 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £351.
For beginners: Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£331.43 vs £350.66)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£350.66 vs £331.43)
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 Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter 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
Both taste of
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Glenburgie 36 Year Old 1980 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)