Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)
Glen Keith
£135
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Rosebank |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 61.4% |
| Age | 22 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £134.99 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) is better value at £135 vs £174.
For beginners: Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)
Pros
- +More affordable (£134.99 vs £173.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 22 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £134.99)
Who should buy Cherry?
Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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 Cherry Bakewell Tart 22 Year Old 1996 - Wemyss Malts (Glen Keith)
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)