Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Bowmore
£299
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L) | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Brackla |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £299 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is better value at £220 vs £299.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £219.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£219.99 vs £299)
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 Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old 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 Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Year Old - 1990s (Screen Printed Label) (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange