Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth) vs Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth)Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish
DistilleryBenrinnesTimorous Beastie
RegionSpeysideHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%48%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£57.66£64.9
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness75/100
Beginner80/100
Value87/100

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value77/100

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth) is better value at £58 vs £65.

For beginners: Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£57.66 vs £64.9)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£64.9 vs £57.66)

Who should buy Benrinnes?

Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth) 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 Timorous?

Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Only Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2006 (Malt of The Earth)

VanillaDried FruitHoneyCitric

Only Timorous Beastie Port Cask Finish

SherriedCooked FruitChocolate

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