Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage) vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage)
Balvenie
★ 3.25
£150
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage) | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.3% | 40% |
| Age | 14 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 3.25/5 | 5.00/5 |
Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.25).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (3.3 vs 5.0)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie Peat Week Aged 14 Year Old (2002 Vintage) 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 Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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