Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Roseisle
£34
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Wemyss Malts
★ 5.00
£44
| Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Roseisle | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £33.95 | £43.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is better value at £34 vs £44.
For beginners: Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Pros
- +More affordable (£33.95 vs £43.9)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 vs £33.95)
Who should buy Roseisle?
Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) 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 Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) 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
Only Roseisle 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)