Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972 vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972
Excalibur
£240
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972 | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Excalibur | Famous Grouse |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 42.2% | 40% |
| Age | 45 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £240.46 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972
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 £240.
For beginners: Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£240.46 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 £240.46)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Excalibur?
Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Both taste of
Only Excalibur 45 Year Old 1972
Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989