Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) vs The Feathery Blended Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Benrinnes
£45
The Feathery Blended Malt
Spencerfield Spirit Co
★ 5.00
£38
| Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) | The Feathery Blended Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Spencerfield Spirit Co |
| Region | Speyside | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 54.7% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45 | £38 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Quick verdict
The Feathery Blended Malt is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Feathery Blended Malt is better value at £38 vs £45.
For beginners: The Feathery Blended Malt is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£45 vs £38)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Feathery Blended Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£38 vs £45)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Only The Feathery Blended Malt