Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Foursquare
£195

Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Foursquare | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 61.4% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £195 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £195.
For beginners: Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£195 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £195)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Foursquare?
Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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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