The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
The New Zealand Whisky Company
£298
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The New Zealand Whisky Company | Brackla |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £298.4 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £298.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£298.4 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £298.4)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy The?
The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company) 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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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