Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Signatory
£150
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Signatory |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 54.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £150 | £149.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £150 vs £150.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £149.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Secret?
Secret Orkney (HP) 19 Year Old 2005 (cask DRU17 A63 #31) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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