Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
J and A Mitchell
£125
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | J and A Mitchell |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.18 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £124 vs £125.
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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£125 vs £124.18)
- −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 Campbeltown?
Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005 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)
Only Campbeltown Loch 1992 - Mull of Kintyre Music Festival 2005