Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Carn Mor
£6
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
| Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Carn Mor | Glenrothes |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.81 | £5.3 |
| Rating | — | 3.78/5 |
Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is rated higher (3.78 vs 0.00).
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is better value at £5 vs £6.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£5.81 vs £5.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.8/5)
- +More affordable (£5.3 vs £5.81)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Westport?
Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy The?
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Westport 17 Year Old 1997 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old