Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release) vs Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release)
Arran
★ 5.00
£150
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Benrinnes
★ 5.00
£117
| Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release) | Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Benrinnes |
| Region | Island | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £150 | £117.35 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release)
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 better value at £117 vs £150.
For beginners: Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£150 vs £117.35)
Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£117.35 vs £150)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release) 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
Both taste of
Only Arran 16 Year Old (2013 Release)
Only Benrinnes 24 Year Old 1988 (cask 2835) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)