North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's) vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's)
North Port
★ 1.00
£150
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's) | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Port | Benrinnes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56% | 46% |
| Age | 25 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £117.35 |
| Rating | 1.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 1.00).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 24 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.95 vs £117.35)
- −Lower community rating (1.0 vs 5.0)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£117.35 vs £149.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy North?
North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's) 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only North Port (Brechin) 25 Year Old 1977 - Authentic Collection (Cadenhead's)
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)