Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberlour
£140
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 24 yr |
| Price | £140 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £117 vs £140.
For beginners: Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£140 vs £117.35)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£117.35 vs £140)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour A'Bunadh Batch 59 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 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
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