Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) vs Compass Box Experimental Grain
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
Compass Box Experimental Grain
Compass Box
£92
| Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | Compass Box Experimental Grain | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Compass Box |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | NAS |
| Price | £124.18 | £91.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Compass Box Experimental Grain
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Compass Box Experimental Grain
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Compass Box Experimental Grain is better value at £92 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 £91.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Compass Box Experimental Grain
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£91.95 vs £124.18)
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 Compass?
Compass Box Experimental Grain suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Only Compass Box Experimental Grain