Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
The Glenlivet
£2330
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 35 yr |
| Price | £1499 | £2329.5 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £1499 vs £2330.
For beginners: Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£1499 vs £2329.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2329.5 vs £1499)
- −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 Avonside-Glenlivet?
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938