Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) vs Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Alistair Walker
£151
| Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Rosebank | Alistair Walker |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.4% | 51.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £173.95 | £151.31 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is better value at £151 vs £174.
For beginners: Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£173.95 vs £151.31)
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£151.31 vs £173.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Undisclosed?
Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Only Undisclosed Orkney 24 Year Old 1999 (cask 5744) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)