Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish)
Benriach
★ 4.33
£32
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £32.12 | £38 |
| Rating | 4.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish) is better value at £32 vs £38.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£32.12 vs £38)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£38 vs £32.12)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish) 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 The?
The Feathery Blended Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Benriach Arumaticus 12 Year Old (Dark Rum Finish)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt