Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Bunnahabhain
£1500
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.9% | 55.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £1499 vs £1500.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£1499 vs £1500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Bunnahabhain 35 Year Old 125th Anniversary
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)