Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
DistilleryBen NevisOvereem
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandAustralia
TypeScotchSingle Malt
ABV46.2%60%
Age22 yrNAS
Price£198.95£259.1
Rating5.00/5

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner35/100
Value19/100

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) is better value at £199 vs £259.

For beginners: Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£198.95 vs £259.1)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (60%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£259.1 vs £198.95)

Who should buy Ben?

Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Overeem?

Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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.

Tasting notes

Only Ben Nevis 22 Year Old 2000 (cask 1002) (Limited)

VanillaOld WoodHoneyNuttyToasted

Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)

SherriedCooked FruitDried FruitLeatheryTobacco

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