Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Knockando
£200
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Knockando |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 59% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £200.
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 affordable (£150 vs £200)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£200 vs £150)
- −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 Knockando?
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 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
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