Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask
Benrinnes
£86
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
| Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 47% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £85.95 | £92.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask is better value at £86 vs £93.
For beginners: Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£85.95 vs £92.95)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£92.95 vs £85.95)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask 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.
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Benrinnes 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 313608C) - The Single Cask
Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old