Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie) vs Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Benrinnes
£34
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£30
| Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie) | Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Master of Malt |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 46% | 45% |
| Age | 9 yr | 3 yr |
| Price | £33.75 | £29.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £30 vs £34.
For beginners: Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 3 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£33.75 vs £29.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£29.95 vs £33.75)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 9 Year Old 2007 (casks 300510 & 300512) - Small Batch (James Eadie) 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 Indiana?
Indiana Wheated Bourbon 3 Year Old 2019 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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