Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Cambus
★ 5.00
£153
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Lowland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Blended |
| ABV | 45.1% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £152.95 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £153.
For beginners: Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£152.95 vs £150)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£150 vs £152.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 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
Both taste of
Only Cambus - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989