Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) vs Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Benriach
£50
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
| Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) | Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £61.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) is better value at £50 vs £62.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £61.5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£61.5 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Only Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight