Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3
DistilleryDalmoreEden Mill
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV46%43%
Age23 yrNAS
Price£124.18£99.99
Rating5.00/5

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner75/100
Value40/100

Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3

Smoke68/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3 is better value at £100 vs £124.

For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£124.18 vs £99.99)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£99.99 vs £124.18)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Dalmore?

Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) 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.

Who should buy Eden?

Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)

SherriedOld WoodChocolateDried FruitVanilla

Only Eden Mill Art Of The Blend - Batch 3

SmokeyToastedMedicinalFresh Fruit

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