Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Bowmore
£1200
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 55.3% |
| Age | 24 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1200 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is better value at £1200 vs £1499.
For beginners: Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1200 vs £1499)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1200)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore 24 Year Old 1988 - Fèis Ìle 2013
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)