Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Port Askaig
£125
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Port Askaig |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50.5% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is better value at £100 vs £125.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £124.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £99.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter 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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 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
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only Port Askaig 17 Year Old Limited Edition 2023