Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Kentucky Owl
★ 5.00
£260
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Kentucky Owl |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 48.8% | 57.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £331.43 | £260 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Quick verdict
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 is better value at £260 vs £331.
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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £260)
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£260 vs £331.43)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
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 Kentucky?
Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12 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
Only Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Only Kentucky Owl Bourbon - Batch 12