Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Famous Grouse
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £150
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Malt Extract, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This rare 1989 vintage blended malt from Famous Grouse combines malt whiskies from Macallan and Highland Park, bottled exclusively for travel retail in the early 2000s at a moderate 40% ABV. The blend marries Speyside richness with Highland complexity, delivering layers of orchard fruit, gentle spice, and oak without heaviness. Smooth and approachable on the palate, it maintains good length with a dry, warming finish. A graceful introduction to premium blended malts, suited to casual sipping or as a gateway to single-malt exploration.
Similar bottles to Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Same price range with overlapping tasting notes:
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Barton's QT Premium American Whiskey - 1970s — Barton Brands, £180, 5.0★ · Toasted, Vanilla, Tobacco, Honey
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Mortlach 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 5887) - Mackillop's Choice — Mortlach, £208.33, 5.0★ · Sherried, Chocolate, Toasted, Dried Fruit
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Rock Island 21 Year Old — Rock Island, £99.62, 5.0★ · Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Honey
Different style alternatives to Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
Same price range with a contrasting flavour profile:
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire & Cask Strength 18 Year Old (Batch 03) — Seaweed & Aeons & Digging & Fire, £99.95, 5.0★ · Smokey, Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Nutty
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Port Charlotte PC12 - Oilenach Furachail — Bruichladdich, £199, 5.0★ · Smokey, Medicinal, Kippery, Oily
- Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky vs Glen Scotia 14 Year Old (Peated Tawny Port Finish) - Campbeltown Malts Festival 2020 — Glen Scotia, £179, 5.0★ · Smokey, Chocolate, Toasted, Leathery

No ratings yet
My Rating
Tap to rate
ABV
40%
Age
NAS
Style
Price
£150
✦ Neatly Summary
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Years Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Famous Grouse (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — vanilla, honey, malt extract, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This rare 1989 vintage blended malt from Famous Grouse combines malt whiskies from Macallan and Highland Park, bottled exclusively for travel retail in the early 2000s at a moderate 40% ABV. The blend marries Speyside richness with Highland complexity, delivering layers of orchard fruit, gentle spice, and oak without heaviness. Smooth and approachable on the palate, it maintains good length with a dry, warming finish. A graceful introduction to premium blended malts, suited to casual sipping or as a gateway to single-malt exploration.
Explore similar whiskies
Community Tasting Notes
No community notes yet. Sign in to add yours.
DrinkNeatly earns an affiliate commission if you buy via links on this page · Prices may vary
Similar taste profile
Questions & Answers