Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Miyagikyo 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Miyagikyo 10 Year Old
Miyagikyo
★ 5.00
£160
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Miyagikyo 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Miyagikyo |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 45% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £150 | £159.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Miyagikyo 10 Year Old
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Miyagikyo 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £160.
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
- +More affordable (£150 vs £159.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Miyagikyo 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£159.95 vs £150)
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 Miyagikyo?
Miyagikyo 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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