Bowmore 25 Year Old vs Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 5.00
£403
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)
Four Roses
£599
| Bowmore 25 Year Old | Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Four Roses |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43% | 54.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £402.5 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)
Quick verdict
Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £599.
For beginners: Bowmore 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£402.5 vs £599)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£599 vs £402.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Four?
Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary) 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
Only Bowmore 25 Year Old
Only Four Roses Small Batch - Barrel Strength 2018 (130th Anniversary)