Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Midleton Very Rare 1994
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Midleton Very Rare 1994
Midleton
£1500
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Midleton Very Rare 1994 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Midleton |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.3% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1499 | £1500 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Midleton Very Rare 1994
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Midleton Very Rare 1994
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 £1500.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 1994 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 £1500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
Midleton Very Rare 1994
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 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 Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 1994 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Midleton Very Rare 1994