Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
MacNaughton
★ 4.00
£288
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | MacNaughton |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Canada |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 4 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £288 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 is better value at £288 vs £331.
For beginners: MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 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)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 4 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £288)
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£288 vs £331.43)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 MacNaughton?
MacNaughton 4 Year Old - 1978 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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