Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) vs Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Laphroaig
£399
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£399
| Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) | Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.3% | 43% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £399 vs £399.
For beginners: Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.3%) — 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
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company) 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.
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
Only Laphroaig 19 Year Old 2001 (cask 29.279) (The Scotch Malt Whisky Company)
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna