Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£115
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Tobermory |
| Region | Other Scotch | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £150 | £114.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured is better value at £115 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
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £114.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — may need water
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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 13 Year Old 2009 Double Cask Matured 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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Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
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