Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish vs Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish
Edradour
★ 5.00
£158
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
| Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish | Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Highland | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.5% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £157.69 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £158.
For beginners: Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish
Pros
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£157.69 vs £150)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £157.69)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish 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 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.
Tasting notes
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Only Edradour 18 Year Old 2000 - Barolo Cask Finish
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