Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) vs Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Dalwhinnie
★ 5.00
£331
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tomatin
£269
| Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) | Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalwhinnie | Tomatin |
| Region | Highland | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 55.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £331.43 | £268.73 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015)
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £269 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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£331.43 vs £268.73)
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£268.73 vs £331.43)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (55.2%) — may need water
- −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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 25 Year Old 1995 (cask 13909) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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