Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) vs The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Kurayoshi
★ 5.00
£133
| Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Kurayoshi |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.4% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £133 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is better value at £133 vs £174.
For beginners: The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £133)
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£133 vs £173.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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.
Who should buy The?
The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Only The Kurayoshi 12 Year Old