Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980
Martell
£1800
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Martell |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.3% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1499 | £1800 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980
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 £1800.
For beginners: Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980 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 £1800)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1800 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 Martell?
Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980 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 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Martell Jubilee Cognac (1905-1980) / Salengo Spirit / Bot.1980