Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) vs The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Balmenach
£6
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Glenrothes
★ 3.78
£5
| Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) | The Glenrothes 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balmenach | Glenrothes |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.3% | 40% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £6.01 | £5.3 |
| Rating | — | 3.78/5 |
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
The Glenrothes 12 Year Old
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: Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£6.01 vs £5.3)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)
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 £6.01)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Balmenach?
Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company) 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 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balmenach 15 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique Whisky Company)
Only The Glenrothes 12 Year Old