TheCountCollectables
Member Senior
70
03 nov 2023 7:20 am
For the money this is a great whisky. Given the sales, many will agree with that.
Blended Scotch Whisky
Famous Grouse
WB 69.8 332 оценок 40.0 %vol 700
Магазинов с предложением: 1 · предложений: 1 · в наличии: 1 · цена: от 19.95 €
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The Famous Grouse — дешёвый купажированный скотч, который чаще всего описывают как простой, лёгкий и пригодный для повседневного употребления или миксов, хотя часть отзывов отмечает водянистость, зерновой характер и горьковатый финиш.
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В отзывах виски чаще всего характеризуют как недорогой и доступный купаж, который хорошо подходит для повседневного питья или смешивания. Несколько текстов прямо говорят о хорошем соотношении цены и качества, о том, что за эти деньги это достойный вариант, и что он лучше многих дешёвых купажей из супермаркета. При этом многие отмечают его простоту: лёгкое, мягкое, сладковатое питьё без сложности, иногда с зерновыми, солодовыми, карамельными, ванильными, фруктовыми и лёгкими дымными нотами. Некоторые считают его хорошей отправной точкой для начинающих или стандартным «дежурным» купажем.
Вместе с тем в отзывах есть и заметная критика: его называют слишком мягким, водянистым, плоским, с коротким финишем, спиртовыми и горькими оттенками, а иногда и с неприятными металлическими или пепельными нотами. Часть текстов указывает, что он годится в основном для коктейлей или миксов, а не для внимательной дегустации; другие прямо не рекомендуют его или называют одним из наименее привлекательных крупных купажей. Таким образом, в текстах виден скорее разброс мнений вокруг одной и той же темы: приемлемый и удобный бюджетный купаж, но без особой глубины и с заметными недостатками для тех, кто ищет больше характера.
TheCountCollectables
Member Senior
70
03 nov 2023 7:20 am
LukaPol
Newbie
61
26 dec 2024 8:56 pm
Only With coke
HunterRomario
Expert Senior
70
24 jan 2015 5:56 pm
I compared Catto's with it and it was a duel of two bad, bitter blends, and I did not really enjoy one. Fortunately, I had only miniatures from Dios, having a whole bottle, I would be very disappointed. Everyone has something quite good in them, but both suffer from thinness and, above all, annoying bitterness. I can not recommend either. Even in their blends category, they are downsides.
TurboMcKwek
Connoisseur
76
07 nov 2015 5:54 pm
нос 77 · вкус 76 · финиш 75
dram-drinker
Connoisseur
80
22 sep 2016 6:20 am
Rather sweet, vanilla, cinnamon, canned fruits in syrup, nice to drink but absolutely average
Malthead_80
Expert Senior
69
01 dec 2016 2:54 pm
нос 70 · вкус 65 · финиш 68
whiskyd
Expert Senior
70
30 oct 2018 6:59 pm
нос 68 · вкус 70 · финиш 72
Falnor
Connoisseur
58
26 dec 2018 3:06 pm
нос 60 · вкус 56 · финиш 57
KOQ24
Expert Junior
48
06 nov 2020 4:36 pm
Not all that bad for a Blend on the cheaper side. Not many off notes but entirely too mild.
нос · вкус · финиш
| Нос | 55 | faint smoke,grain,buttery,apple,marzipan,light Toffee |
| Вкус | 55 | sweet arrival,vanilla,slightly spirit-y,buttery,Honey |
| Финиш | 35 | Short with a soft alcoholic note. |
Whiskybear70
Expert Senior
76
22 apr 2023 8:23 pm
One of the better of the low budget blends from the supermarket. No alcoholic burns and scratches like Johnnie W. Red L. Some smoke and lots of liquorice / liquorice on the nose, a hint of toffee Some oak and floral notes, honey. Sweet, mild on the palate, unfortunately watery and somewhat flat. But the taste is okay for a low budget blend. The finish is short and concludes with some oak, blossom honey and milk chocolate.
нос 75 · вкус 77 · финиш 76
LukaPol
Newbie
61
06 dec 2024 11:50 am
Not so well
davitrin
Member Senior
70
23 nov 2025 10:35 am
One of the best cheap blended scotchs in my opinion.
HammerHead
Connoisseur
60
01 mar 2015 10:44 am
нос 64 · вкус 59 · финиш 57
Opeth83
Expert Senior
76
06 jul 2015 10:55 pm
Hint of sherry, vanilla and caramel on the nose. In the mouth even sweeter and more caramel also some of honey. The aftertaste is medium and for a blender whiskey this is just fine to do.
нос 78 · вкус 75 · финиш 75
r0back55
Expert Junior
71
17 dec 2015 8:12 pm
нос 72 · вкус 72 · финиш 67
Koning
Connoisseur
76
02 feb 2017 12:21 pm
Much better than I remember. Although young and grainy, it can be enjoyed neat. Had this once in a pub and couldn't finish my glass! Maybe the bottle was open for a long time while exposed to light, as most often is the case in a pub.
Slàinte Mhath
Super Administrator
74
03 aug 2019 3:17 pm
From time to time, it can be useful to 're-calibrate' our sense of smell and taste with a simple, easy blended Scotch. Famous Grouse features a light and fuzzy nose with some toffee sweetness, coal smoke and hints of citrus fruits. On the palate, the use of exhausted, old casks becomes quite obvious. Thin, malty and dominated by grain whisky, there are faint notes of brown sugar, maple syrup and ash that lead into a plain, uninspiring and honey bitter finish. It's not the worst blend there is, but a strong reminder why I am a single malt aficionado. RATING: 2.5/5.0 stars ≙ 74 pts → SUBPAR
нос 76 · вкус 74 · финиш 72
ZLako
Expert Senior
73
21 dec 2022 11:48 pm
it was a bit better than i expected it to be
ALUM
Expert Senior
55
13 jun 2023 3:15 pm
ugly, nauseating, aggressive, bitter, full of off notes
LukaPol
Newbie
61
16 oct 2024 10:13 pm
Not so good
WhiskyMojaPasja
Expert Senior
74
20 jul 2026 12:21 pm
0156-FAMOUS GROUSE BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKEY 40% ...I can consider it an accessible blend. It's relatively inexpensive and widely available. It can be enjoyed on its own, but it's certainly excellent in mixers. Of course, these types of blends are meant for drinking, not for figuring out and breaking down.
MalzKult
Connoisseur
74
03 may 2015 4:32 pm
r0back55
Expert Junior
71
17 dec 2015 8:11 pm
mer1973
Connoisseur
76
17 dec 2015 8:11 pm
нос 76 · вкус 76 · финиш 76
lincolnimp
Connoisseur
75
29 aug 2018 11:11 pm
I think for the money this is decent, easy drinking blended whisky. Not my usual tipple for a cheap whisky but you could do a lot worse.
Armiil
Member Senior
80
24 dec 2021 3:33 pm
At first, I thought this whisky didn't have much to offer, but later on, it grew on me and became my standard weekend sip-starter. The nose is fragrant, fresh and it's full of sweet, floral and fruity notes: apricots, peaches, apple cider and some light and floral notes. There's some nuttiness to bring richness, caramel for sweetness, and vanilla for spices. Some oakiness shows off in the palette and that's pretty much it. Nice, but slightly uneventful whisky with no notable flaws. 80 points.
Hsh
Expert Senior
64
17 mar 2022 3:22 am
Unpleasant pungent smell, vanilla and alcohol in the background A bit of a spicy alcoholic feel
Sonny94
Newbie
76
05 apr 2024 9:29 pm
slightly smoky
granella2003
Connoisseur
67
12 jan 2013 11:04 pm
The blend consists of over 30 different malt and grain whiskeys, all of high quality, so there used include Highland Park and The Macallan. Partly because Famous Grouse has a very mild flavor.
LukeFive
Connoisseur
66
01 nov 2013 3:27 am
This one is good for shots. When you need it, it is there for you.
Koloman
Expert Senior
51
22 jan 2015 7:45 pm
нос 48 · вкус 44 · финиш 46
Archer
Connoisseur
63
22 may 2015 8:32 am
нос 63 · вкус 64 · финиш 62
theendh
Expert Junior
78
24 nov 2015 9:14 pm
As for a no.1 I could say good for beginners....Everyone should start enjoying whisky somewhere... This is a good starting point. Nothing more.
нос 76 · вкус 77 · финиш 79
Shane_IL
Expert Senior
72
05 mar 2016 6:27 pm
When all there is are the cheap blends this is my go to. Finish isn't too much but surprisingly full bodied and pleasant to drink.
GeekOn
Expert Senior
71
16 mar 2022 9:08 pm
Light and fruity (apples, peaches), almost no spice, a bit of unpleasant ethanol, very young.
m4rlb0r0
Member Senior
70
24 jan 2023 2:55 pm
It's better in the smoked version. The one with the mixer works very well.
adicjon
Newbie
48
15 may 2026 8:12 am
One of the worst cheap blends out there! Smells like caramel, taste like caramel... I bet most of the bottle is caramel coloring! There is also in there some badly made young grain whisky and some drops of also badly made and young malt whisky. I think it was a lot better some years ago...
Edwin de Lange
Expert Senior
82
30 sep 2012 10:30 pm
a great blend!
granella2003
Connoisseur
67
12 jan 2013 11:02 pm
LukeFive
Connoisseur
66
31 oct 2013 1:11 am
нос 66 · вкус 65 · финиш 62
erogers
Expert Senior
88
25 may 2014 12:08 am
A very solid, very smooth, blend. Definitely a go-to for a non-smoky blend.
Nos90
Member Junior
70
03 dec 2014 5:31 pm
нос 69 · вкус 71 · финиш 67
WhiskyLovingPianist
Connoisseur
78
26 sep 2016 10:32 pm
N: Legs - medium-thin viscosity. The tour guide said thinner legs equates to stronger alcohol - isn't that the wrong way round? SW.org I'm nosing caramel, chocolate, orange citrus and vanilla with hints of sherry. Simply/clearly presented, with some density, weight and competency. T: The sherry influence is glaringly obvious and the grain element [North British I believe] is intergrated rather well. Vanilla, sherry fruits and dry spices [cloves and mixed spice] develop into the finish. F: More wood showing now with more vanilla, chocolate and dry wood. C: It's good actually, skilfully blended, no doubt. I actually prefer it to the Glenturret single malt WB. Further reading WF78 & whisky.com. Scores a D[+]
Danbog
Expert Senior
77
20 feb 2017 8:29 pm
нос 75 · вкус 76 · финиш 73
stupiddog1022
Expert Junior
69
04 jul 2022 7:03 pm
I just can't... This is so bad that it's not even suitable for mixing drinks. I did a penicillin with a Lagavulin float as usual. The copper metallic cheap blend notes just go right through the supposedly strong smoky islay and ginger notes. Now what do i do with this one litre bottle? I guess my toilet got a bit dirty lately.
Georgiaman
Member Junior
60
09 jun 2023 6:43 am
нос · вкус · финиш
| Нос | 55 | Medium Alcohol notes, very grainy, a bit hints of peat |
| Вкус | 63 | Grain, Medium notes of oak. Watery |
| Финиш | 61 | Oak and peat |
mishke
Newbie
—
06 mar 2024 2:10 am
Cause it’s brilliant
LaphroaigRules
Expert Senior
77
01 apr 2025 4:07 pm
нос 76 · вкус 80 · финиш 76
The Macallan
Connoisseur
77
31 aug 2012 5:26 pm
Fine blend for a good price. Many impressions of Speyside malts and a touch of Highland Park as an extra body. Nice to drink, with ice or water, but also to mix with Tonic or Ginger Ale.
Marko_I
Connoisseur
—
25 oct 2015 1:07 am
Soft, pleasing, tasty, nothing bothers, but still whiskey (you can see the influence of the barrel), a good one in its price range. I would not be ashamed to have it on the shelf.
robain
Specialist
70
21 may 2016 9:30 am
нос 65 · вкус 69 · финиш 75
jankes
Expert Senior
70
22 apr 2018 12:11 pm
нос 70 · вкус 71 · финиш 69
whiscratch
Expert Senior
70
26 apr 2020 2:18 pm
нос 65 · вкус 74 · финиш 70
Travelller
Member Senior
55
23 sep 2021 8:53 pm
55/100
MitekandGajzin
Expert Junior
66
03 may 2023 5:48 pm
JFX
Expert Senior
75
28 may 2023 3:51 am
Decent standard blend.
Vas
Connoisseur
79
09 jul 2023 11:04 am
The most drinkable malt in Scotland…
notesofmalt
Expert Senior
67
16 oct 2014 10:22 am
The Famous Grouse - Blended Scotch Whiskey, 40% The name says it all, this is not a painting but a blend with Grain Whiskey. Supermarket product with a nice background: Probably the most well-known and everywhere best-selling blend at least in Europe and America is the Johnny Walker. All over? No, in the home country of whiskey, the well-known grouse has higher sales rates ... n. And what did Johnny Walker do as a promotion? Develop a computer game and initially distribute only to the catering, in which one shoots the competition in the form of grouse. The game gained world fame. Nose: Very soft and mild, seemingly high percentage of grain. Mildly fruity with a good portion of grain and behind it a tiny touch of oak. Palate: Again very gentle with lots of cereals, light oak and again a little fruit. Finish: Medium and easy - easy drinking. Conclusion: Macallan and Highland Park should be main ingredients, 65% are Grain Whiskeys. The Grain makes the blend extremely soft and easy, very nice. 67/100 points (tasted 2011, about 12 €) posted on my facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/notesofwhisky
robain
Specialist
70
21 may 2016 9:28 am
TomAndIngrid
Connoisseur
77
24 mar 2018 10:57 pm
A nice blend, to drink pure too sweet, but great for the Hot Toddy. Remedy, if you are ill and need a nightcap.
theHill
Member Junior
60
13 dec 2021 5:19 pm
The lower limit for an acceptable whiskey for "everyday" use. Everyone's friend.
Sajmon
Member Senior
65
10 jun 2022 7:03 am
Blend for mixing drinks
нос · вкус · финиш
| Нос | 65 | Malty, alcoholic, litlle bit of smoke |
| Вкус | 66 | not complex, hints of chocolate |
| Финиш | 64 | Short, alcohol |
AN48327
Member Junior
55
14 nov 2024 8:53 pm
Some vile stuff... metallic ashtray is honestly the best description
Guntis
Expert Junior
70
30 nov 2014 9:10 pm
нос 68 · вкус 74 · финиш 67
Goethe
Connoisseur
71
13 apr 2016 8:01 pm
A very young whisky dominated by some oil notes and a lot of spirit at the end. Concerning price/performance ratio: 5/10 (2016)
TomAndIngrid
Connoisseur
77
24 mar 2018 10:55 pm
нос 82 · вкус 80 · финиш 74
Tom na Gruagaich
Connoisseur
75
07 feb 2019 10:02 pm
Good blend, the Grain does not dominate, much "Highland Park", but also toffee. PLV fits.
Wolfe Tone
Expert Senior
66
07 aug 2021 4:24 pm
Never liked Grouse, one of the least appealing major blends for me.
Finn2206
Expert Senior
71
29 mar 2022 9:22 pm
Easy drinker without any complexity.
нос 71 · вкус 72 · финиш 69
gerardvw
Member Senior
67
19 sep 2022 3:10 pm
Nothing special, but also nothing to complain about. Sweet. Grainy. Some toffee and vanilla. Some sherry in the background.
нос · вкус · финиш
| Нос | 65 | Grainy. |
| Вкус | 70 | Sweet |
| Финиш | 65 | Short. |
KrissPL
Member Senior
68
26 feb 2024 9:52 am
It is rather only for drinks if you do not like your quests
Dario76
Member Junior
70
02 sep 2024 5:36 am
For its price, it offers more than others in its segment. More complex, intense, with a higher percentage of malt whiskies. I like it, others are smoother, but this one has more personality.
E_X_T_R_E_E_M
Expert Junior
50
25 dec 2024 7:56 am
This whiskey has been drunk many times. There is a feeling that the composition of the blend has changed. The whiskey tastes awful. The taste of something sweet and alcohol. The smell is alcoholic, there is no aftertaste.
Peatyjohn
Expert Senior
—
22 jun 2025 4:06 pm
A reasonable, quite tasty blended malt. It’s grainy, spicy and sweet. Easy sipping. Not going to change your life.
karloff
Connoisseur
71
16 sep 2012 6:34 pm
Had this whisky on many occasions and its a good solid blend.
нос 70 · вкус 75 · финиш 65
BeatF
Photo Moderator
83
14 oct 2012 10:44 pm
no wonder, this cheap blend in Scotland is so popular: do not spend a lot of money and still have a great, pleasing drop in the dram!
CellarToberi
Expert Senior
83
29 dec 2021 7:35 am
Long narrow legs sheet down fast, slow secondary ones. Water smooths it: brings up malty and sweet notes, and pushes back the tannins. Lacks crispiness, which is partially enhanced by water, to the decrement of the range.
_Dziki_
Connoisseur
68
04 jan 2023 6:00 pm
Blend for drinks
butt
Connoisseur
63
11 jun 2023 1:59 pm
For mixing and not thinking
нос 60 · вкус 66 · финиш 63
KirillCaulfield
Member Junior
75
20 dec 2023 8:56 am
Good price/value
MGHOW
Member Senior
82
20 nov 2024 7:59 pm
This is a much better than people think...I think. For me it is a delicious, fruity, malty, slightly smoky whisky with a great dry liquorice finish....The grain component brings freshness and brightness to the whisky, and doesn't handicap it. It's better than you think whisky fans...give it another shot....pun intended.
redfoxiczek
Expert Senior
71
15 dec 2024 1:42 pm
Unfortunately - Only for cocktails.
нос 72 · вкус 71 · финиш 71
karloff
Connoisseur
71
16 sep 2012 6:20 pm
A good solid blended whisky.
Wolv
Expert Senior
73
03 oct 2014 8:20 pm
нос 69 · вкус 76 · финиш 65
The_Osprey
Expert Senior
75
21 jun 2021 1:48 pm
Famous Grouse (40%). Jan 2019 - Aroma typically grain-forward, wooden pencils, crayons, apple, squash ball and oak. Mostly crayon. Taste oaky, salty, boozy, marzipan, maybe even more peated than recent bottlings of Teachers (surprisingly). I was expecting something overly smooth, easy and uninspiring but it's actually quite intense - spicy and almost hot for the low ABV. Fine, but there are better alternatives. (3.1/74) Jan 2020 - Famous grouse 40% very grain with a punch of peat 3.15/75
Sviatoslav99
Expert Junior
72
28 jan 2023 3:33 pm
fruit sherry but not that great. grainy , sulfur, and slightly sweaty...
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