Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
The Glenlivet
£299
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £299 vs £331.
For beginners: The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £299)
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£299 vs £331.43)
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 The?
The Glenlivet 12 Year Old - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of