Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Bimber
£120
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Famous Grouse |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 58.7% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £119.95 | £150 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£119.95 vs £150)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −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 £119.95)
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Ex-Bourbon (cask 196) New Vibrations suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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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