Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) vs Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s
DistilleryBowmoreHaller's
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%43%
Age12 yr8 yr
Price£299£240
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner85/100
Value21/100

Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is better value at £240 vs £299.

For beginners: Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £240)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +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 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 Haller’s?

Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Oily

Only Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Haller’s SRS Blended Whiskey - 1970s

ToastedVanillaTobaccoHoney

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