Balvenie 30 Year Old vs Benriach The Forty
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Balvenie 30 Year Old | Benriach The Forty | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balvenie | Benriach |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.2% | 43.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £3192.95 | £2748.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Benriach The Forty
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Benriach The Forty
Quick verdict
Balvenie 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach The Forty is better value at £2749 vs £3193.
For beginners: Balvenie 30 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Balvenie 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£3192.95 vs £2748.5)
Benriach The Forty
Pros
- +More affordable (£2748.5 vs £3192.95)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balvenie?
Balvenie 30 Year Old 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 The Forty 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 Balvenie 30 Year Old
Only Benriach The Forty