Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Aberfeldy
£150
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Rosebank |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 61.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £150 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £150 vs £174.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£150 vs £173.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £150)
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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
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Only Aberfeldy 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 60.50) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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