Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray) vs Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray)
Glen Grant
£329
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£399
| Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray) | Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Rosebank |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 43% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £328.69 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray) is better value at £329 vs £399.
For beginners: Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£328.69 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
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 (£399 vs £328.69)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray) 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.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glen Grant 30 Year Old 1988 (cask 9173) - Cask Collection (A.D Rattray)
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna