BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880) vs North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Benriach
£70
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
North British
★ 4.80
£53
| BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880) | North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | North British |
| Region | Speyside | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 59.6% | 56.3% |
| Age | 9 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £52.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.80/5 |
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £53 vs £70.
For beginners: North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 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 £52.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£52.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
- −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 North?
North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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.
Tasting notes
Only BenRiach 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 7880)
Only North British 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)