Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs Nikka Black - 1990s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | Nikka Black - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Nikka |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 42% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Nikka Black - 1990s
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Nikka Black - 1990s
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Nikka Black - 1990s is better value at £120 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £120)
Nikka Black - 1990s
Pros
- +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 Nikka?
Nikka Black - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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