1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) vs Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Distillery1512 SpiritsCarn Mor
Region
CountryAmericaScotland
TypeRyeBlended Malt
ABV47%52.6%
AgeNAS22 yr
Price£7.21£11.6
Rating3.75/5

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is better value at £7 vs £12.

For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.8/5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£11.6 vs £7.21)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)

Who should buy 1512?

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) 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 Westport?

Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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

Both taste of

Tobacco

Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Vanilla

Only Westport 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 360091) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)

SherriedOld WoodHoneyToasted

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