BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis vs Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis
Benriach
★ 3.67
£138
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Strathisla
★ 5.00
£87
| BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis | Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Strathisla |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £137.72 | £87.07 |
| Rating | 3.67/5 | 5.00/5 |
BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Quick verdict
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.67).
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is better value at £87 vs £138.
For beginners: Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£137.72 vs £87.07)
- −Lower community rating (3.7 vs 5.0)
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£87.07 vs £137.72)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 21 Year Old Temporis suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 30 Year Old Gordon and MacPhail suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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