Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) vs Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki
Yamazaki
£1995
| Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Yamazaki |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.3% | 62% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £1499 | £1995 |
| Rating | 4.20/5 | — |
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki
Quick verdict
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is rated higher (4.20 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £1499 vs £1995.
For beginners: Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.2/5)
- +More affordable (£1499 vs £1995)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1995 vs £1499)
- −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 Yamazaki?
Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki 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 Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Only Yamazaki 15 Year Old 1993 (cask 3Q70047) - The Cask of Yamazaki