Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Glen Grant
£173
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 51.4% | 40% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £173.18 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £173.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.18 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 £173.18)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 24 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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