Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
The Whisky Cellar
£118
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Whisky Cellar | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £118.24 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
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 £118.
For beginners: Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£118.24 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 £118.24)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Westport?
Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
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 Westport 21 Year Old 1999 (cask 800075) - The Whisky Cellar
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)