Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Ardmore
£142
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Benrinnes |
| Region | Highland | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £141.82 | £117.35 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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 £142.
For beginners: Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£141.82 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 £141.82)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 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
Both taste of
Only Ardmore 21 Year Old 1998 (cask 750788) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)