Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) vs Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Benriach
£50
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Edradour
★ 5.00
£50
| Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory) | Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Edradour |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £49.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Quick verdict
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is better value at £50 vs £50.
For beginners: Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Benriach 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #69 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £49.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49.9 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Edradour?
Edradour 10 Year Old with 2x Glasses suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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