The Glenrothes 12 Year Old vs Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Blair Athol
£6
| The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenrothes | Blair Athol |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £5.3 | £6.06 |
| Rating | 3.78/5 | — |
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
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 £6.
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 £6.06)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.06 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 Blair?
Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Only Blair Athol 12 Year Old 1999 - Old Malt Cask - Cigar Malt l (Douglas Laing)