Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 4.00
£150
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Other Scotch | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £150 | £150 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve 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)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 12 Year Old - Caoran Reserve 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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