Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
DistilleryFamous GrouseDrinks by the Dram
RegionOther ScotchOther Scotch
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedBlended
ABV40%47.4%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£150£249.95
Rating5.00/5

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value33/100

Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £250.

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)
  • +More affordable (£150 vs £249.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£249.95 vs £150)
  • 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 Master?

Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) 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

Both taste of

HoneyVanillaMalt ExtractToasted

Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989

Sherried

Only Master of Malt Favourites Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)

Fresh Fruit

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