Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt 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
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Glenmorangie
£250
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Glenmorangie |
| 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)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky is better value at £250 vs £331.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky is more approachable (85/100 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)
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Where to buy
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 12 Year Old / Millennium Malt Highland Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange