Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Connemara
£195
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Connemara | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 61.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £195 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £195.
For beginners: Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£195 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £195)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Connemara?
Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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
Both taste of
Only Connemara 17 Year Old 1992 (cask 112)
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)