BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880) vs Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880) | Henstone Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Henstone |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59.6% | 43.8% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.95 | £52.24 |
| Rating | — | 4.91/5 |
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Henstone Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Henstone Single Malt Whisky is better value at £52 vs £70.
For beginners: Henstone Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £52.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£52.24 vs £69.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy BenRiach?
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880) 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.
Who should buy Henstone?
Henstone Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Only Henstone Single Malt Whisky