Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky
Kilchoman
£120
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Kilchoman |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky is better value at £120 vs £150.
For beginners: Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky is more approachable (75/100 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 £120)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£120 vs £150)
Cons
- −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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Only Kilchoman 2012 / 8 Year Old / Tequila Cask Finish / Whisky Exchange Exclusive Islay Whisky