Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

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

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
DistilleryDalwhinnieGlenesk
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV48.8%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£331.43£450
Rating5.00/5

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value15/100

Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is better value at £331 vs £450.

For beginners: Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£331.43 vs £450)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£450 vs £331.43)
  • 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 Glenesk?

Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice 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

Malt ExtractToasted

Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)

HoneyVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Glenesk 1985 / Bot.2000 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky

Old WoodNuttyHay-like

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