Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose
WV Baker
£93
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | WV Baker |
| Region | Other Scotch | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £99.99 | £92.75 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose is better value at £93 vs £100.
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £92.75)
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£92.75 vs £99.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 WV?
WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Only WV Baker 2012 Old Rare Old Cognac N° 02-12 / Rose