The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) vs Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Benrinnes
£225
| The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenDronach | Benrinnes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.2% | 50.4% |
| Age | 22 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £210 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is better value at £210 vs £225.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£210 vs £225)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 22 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£225 vs £210)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Only Benrinnes 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 140001) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)