Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release
Michter's Distillery
£115
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Michter's Distillery | Famous Grouse |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Blended |
| ABV | 54% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £115 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release is better value at £115 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release
Pros
- +More affordable (£115 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £115)
Who should buy Bomberger's?
Bomberger's Declaration - 2021 Release 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 Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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