Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Bowmore
£1200
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Bowmore |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 51% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £1499 | £1200 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is better value at £1200 vs £1499.
For beginners: Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1200)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1499)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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.
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 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 Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013