Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) vs Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Bunnahabhain
£500
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£399
| Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) | Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.7% | 43% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £399 vs £500.
For beginners: Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1979 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna