Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tamnavulin
★ 5.00
£55
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Benriach
£51
| Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tamnavulin | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.8% | 40% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £54.95 | £50.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £51 vs £55.
For beginners: Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£54.95 vs £50.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£50.95 vs £54.95)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tamnavulin?
Tamnavulin 13 Year Old 2009 Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Benriach?
Benriach Smoke Season Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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