BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish vs Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Benriach
★ 5.00
£299
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Laphroaig
£250
| BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish | Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.4% | 57.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£250 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
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Only BenRiach 15 Year Old 1999 (cask 9150) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Finish
Only Laphroaig 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 29.300) The Spirit of Hallowe'en - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)