Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature vs Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Dewar's
★ 5.00
£202
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glenrothes
£147
| Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature | Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dewar's | Glenrothes |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 49.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £201.99 | £146.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £147 vs £202.
For beginners: Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£201.99 vs £146.95)
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£146.95 vs £201.99)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Dewar's?
Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature 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 Glenrothes?
Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Dewar's 25 Year Old Signature
Only Glenrothes 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)