Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
North of Scotland
★ 5.00
£180
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | North of Scotland |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 40% | 41.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 47 yr |
| Price | £150 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is better value at £150 vs £180.
For beginners: North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£150 vs £179.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£179.95 vs £150)
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 North?
North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater 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
Both taste of
Only Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Only North of Scotland 47 Year Old 1972 - Stillwater