Benriach The Original Ten vs Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Benriach The Original Ten | Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benriach | Wemyss Malts |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £40.95 | £43.9 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Benriach The Original Ten
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Benriach The Original Ten
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Quick verdict
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) 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 £43.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£43.9 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 Velvet?
Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Benriach The Original Ten
Only Velvet Fig (Wemyss Malts)