The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Kurayoshi
★ 5.00
£133
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kurayoshi | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 61.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £133 | £173.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is better value at £133 vs £174.
For beginners: The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£133 vs £173.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £133)
Who should buy The?
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)