The Glenrothes 12 Year Old vs New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
New Riff
£7
| The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | New Riff |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £5.3 | £6.75 |
| Rating | 3.78/5 | — |
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
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 £7.
For beginners: The Glenrothes 12 Year Old is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
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 £6.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.75 vs £5.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
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.
Who should buy New?
New Riff Single Barrel Rye 2019 Sample / 4 Year Old / TWE Exclusive suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
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