Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£250
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Drinks by the Dram | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Other Scotch | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 47.4% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £250.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£249.95 vs £150)
- −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 affordable (£150 vs £249.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
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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