Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Bowmore
£299
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition 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 Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange