Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) vs Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Aultmore
£150
| Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Aultmore |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.4% | 48.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £150 vs £174.
For beginners: Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £149.95)
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £173.95)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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