Famous Grouse Highland Decanter vs Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100

Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.)
Ben Nevis
£80
| Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Famous Grouse | Ben Nevis |
| Region | Other Scotch | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 50% |
| Age | NAS | 7 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £79.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £80 vs £100.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £79.99)
Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£79.99 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Ben?
Ben Nevis 7 Year Old 2013 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of