Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s
Martell
£1350
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Martell | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.3% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £1350 | £1499 |
| Rating | — | 4.20/5 |
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s is better value at £1350 vs £1499.
For beginners: Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1350 vs £1499)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1499 vs £1350)
Who should buy Martell?
Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s 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 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) 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 Martell Extra Cognac / Bot.1970s
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)