Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 vs William Larue Weller (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£150
William Larue Weller (2021 Release)
William Larue Weller
£145
| Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 | William Larue Weller (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | William Larue Weller |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Blended | Bourbon |
| ABV | 40% | 62.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £145 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
William Larue Weller (2021 Release)
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989
William Larue Weller (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse 12 Year Old - Vintage 1989 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
William Larue Weller (2021 Release) is better value at £145 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 £145)
William Larue Weller (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£145 vs £150)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (62.6%) — 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 William?
William Larue Weller (2021 Release) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
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