Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky
North Port (Brechin)
£1350
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | North Port (Brechin) |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.3% | 40% |
| Age | 21 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1499 | £1350 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky is better value at £1350 vs £1499.
For beginners: SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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)
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1350 vs £1499)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.2)
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.
Who should buy SMWS?
SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only SMWS 74.2 (North Port) / 1977 / Bot.1993 Highland Whisky