Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021) vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Oban
£106
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021) | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Oban | Benrinnes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £105.53 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is better value at £106 vs £117.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£105.53 vs £117.35)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£117.35 vs £105.53)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Oban?
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021) 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 Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)