Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Shortcross Gin
£119
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Shortcross Gin |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Single Pot Still |
| ABV | 40% | 55.1% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £99.99 | £118.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is better value at £100 vs £119.
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
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £118.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£118.95 vs £99.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Shortcross?
Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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
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Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Shortcross 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 48) - Collective #1: The Pioneers (Berry Bros. & Rudd)