Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Famous Grouse Highland DecanterInchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)
DistilleryFamous GrouseLoch Lomond
RegionOther ScotchHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV40%47.5%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£99.99£99.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value50/100

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner50/100
Value50/100

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) is better value at £100 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 £99.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£99.95 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Malt ExtractHoney

Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter

VanillaToasted

Only Inchmurrin 22 Year Old 1996 (Master of Malt)

Fresh FruitSmokey

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