Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Ardmore
£29
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus
Benriach
★ 4.86
£32
| Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Benriach |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £29.2 | £32.12 |
| Rating | — | 4.86/5 |
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus
Quick verdict
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus is rated higher (4.86 vs 0.00).
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £29 vs £32.
For beginners: Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£29.2 vs £32.12)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£32.12 vs £29.2)
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) 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 BenRiach?
BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus 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 Ardmore 11 Year Old 1999 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Only BenRiach 12 Year Old Heredotus Fumosus