Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
The Glenlivet
£2330
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Rosebank |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 55.3% |
| Age | 35 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £2329.5 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £1499 vs £2330.
For beginners: Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2329.5 vs £1499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£1499 vs £2329.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
Who should buy Avonside-Glenlivet?
Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Avonside-Glenlivet 35 Year Old 1938
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)