Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release)
Glenturret
£125
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Glenturret |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 53% |
| Age | 12 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £150 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release) is better value at £125 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 £125)
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release)
Pros
- +More affordable (£125 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −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 The?
The Glenturret 15 Year Old (2022 Release) 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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