Bushmills Millennium Malt vs Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Bushmills
★ 5.00
£12
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky
Benriach
£9
| Bushmills Millennium Malt | Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Benriach |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 43% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £11.78 | £8.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky
Quick verdict
Bushmills Millennium Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky is better value at £9 vs £12.
For beginners: Bushmills Millennium Malt is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).
Bushmills Millennium Malt
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£11.78 vs £8.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£8.95 vs £11.78)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills Millennium Malt 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 Benriach?
Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Bushmills Millennium Malt
Only Benriach The Smoky Twelve / 12 Year Old / Miniature Speyside Whisky