Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition
Black Tot
£142

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Black Tot | Famous Grouse |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £142 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition is better value at £142 vs £150.
For beginners: Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£142 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £142)
Who should buy Black?
Black Tot Master Blender's Reserve 2024 Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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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