Nikka Black - 1990s vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Nikka Black - 1990s | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Nikka | Famous Grouse |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 42% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £120 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Nikka Black - 1990s
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Nikka Black - 1990s
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Nikka Black - 1990s is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Nikka Black - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Nikka Black - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Who should buy Nikka?
Nikka Black - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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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Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989