Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)
Benrinnes
£50
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Tyrconnell
★ 5.00
£68
| Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) | Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Tyrconnell |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £67.63 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) is better value at £50 vs £68.
For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £67.63)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.63 vs £49.95)
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #56 (Signatory) 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 Tyrconnell?
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish 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
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