Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
Tomatin
£199
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tomatin | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive 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.
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 Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
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Where to buy
Tomatin 13 Year Old 2002 (cask 34915) Pedro Ximénez Cask - Distillery Exclusive
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange