Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£100
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Clynelish
£166
| Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Clynelish |
| Region | Speyside | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Scotch |
| ABV | 51.5% | 49.1% |
| Age | 15 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £165.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Quick verdict
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £100 vs £166.
For beginners: Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.95 vs £165.95)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — may need water
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£165.95 vs £99.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Highland?
Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Benrinnes 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15419) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only Highland Single Malt 25 Years Old 1996 (cask 5) - The Artful Dodger