Benriach The Original Ten vs Scallywag 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benriach The Original Ten | Scallywag 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Scallywag |
| Region | Speyside | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £40.95 | £44.25 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach The Original Ten
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Benriach The Original Ten
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Scallywag 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Benriach The Original Ten is better value at £41 vs £44.
For beginners: Benriach The Original Ten is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benriach The Original Ten
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£40.95 vs £44.25)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.25 vs £40.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benriach?
Benriach The Original Ten 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 Scallywag?
Scallywag 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Benriach The Original Ten
Only Scallywag 10 Year Old