Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Glengoyne
★ 4.67
£177
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Rosebank |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 61.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £176.95 | £173.95 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.67).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 vs £177.
For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£176.95 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (4.7 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £176.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Where to buy
Glengoyne 17 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange