Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£399
Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Bowmore
£500
| Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Bowmore |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £399 vs £500.
For beginners: Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £500)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Bowmore 1988 / Bot.2017 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky