Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) vs Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Roseisle
£34
| Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Wemyss Malts | Roseisle |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £43.9 | £33.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is better value at £34 vs £44.
For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.95)
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £43.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Roseisle?
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) 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 Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Only Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)