London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl
The London Distillery Company
£140
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The London Distillery Company | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 61.4% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £139.99 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl is better value at £140 vs £174.
For beginners: London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£139.99 vs £173.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £139.99)
Who should buy London?
London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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
Only London Distillery Co. Renascence English Whisky, 70cl
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)