Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023 vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
DistilleryBeynatLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%40%
AgeNAS10 yr
Price£19.95£24.99
Rating4.83/5

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner85/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023 is better value at £20 vs £25.

For beginners: Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£19.95 vs £24.99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.8/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£24.99 vs £19.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Chateau?

Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023 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 Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Only Chateau Beynat Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux 2023

Fresh FruitCitricHoney

Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl

SmokeyMedicinalKippery

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