Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 vs Benriach The Forty
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 | Benriach The Forty | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Benriach |
| Region | Lowland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.9% | 43.5% |
| Age | 44 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £2999.95 | £2748.5 |
| Rating | 4.67/5 | — |
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Benriach The Forty
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Benriach The Forty
Quick verdict
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).
Benriach The Forty is better value at £2749 vs £3000.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +Longer maturation (44 vs 40 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£2999.95 vs £2748.5)
Benriach The Forty
Pros
- +More affordable (£2748.5 vs £2999.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach The Forty suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Auchentoshan 44 Year Old 1966
Only Benriach The Forty