Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Glengoyne
£153
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Benrinnes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 46% |
| Age | 20 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £153.45 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
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 0.00).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £153.
For beginners: Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£153.45 vs £117.35)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £153.45)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 20 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glengoyne 20 Year Old 1986 Peter's Choice
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)