Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky vs Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

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

Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay WhiskyRampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
DistilleryBowmoreRampur
Region
CountryUnited KingdomIndia
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%45%
AgeNASNAS
Price£83.95£62.95
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner65/100
Value0/100

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner65/100
Value79/100

Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is better value at £63 vs £84.

For beginners: Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£83.95 vs £62.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£62.95 vs £83.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Who should buy Rampur?

Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

CitricFresh Fruit

Only Bowmore 2015 / 11 Year Old / North Star Series 027 Islay Whisky

SmokeySandyOily

Only Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky

SherriedVanillaToasted

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