Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Reference Series II.1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
Reference Series II.1
Reference Series
★ 5.00
£81
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Reference Series II.1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Reference Series |
| Region | Other Scotch | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 47.5% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £99.99 | £80.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Reference Series II.1
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Reference Series II.1
Quick verdict
Reference Series II.1 is better value at £81 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £80.95)
Reference Series II.1
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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 Reference?
Reference Series II.1 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Reference Series II.1