Midleton Very Rare 2019 vs Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Midleton Very Rare 2019 | Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £599 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £399 vs £599.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2019 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2019
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£599 vs £399)
Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £599)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2019 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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
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Only Midleton Very Rare 2019
Only Rosebank 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna