The Nite Owl Blended Scotch vs Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
The Nite Owl
★ 5.00
£23
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Benrinnes
£36
| The Nite Owl Blended Scotch | Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Nite Owl | Benrinnes |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 16 yr |
| Price | £22.95 | £36.13 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is better value at £23 vs £36.
For beginners: The Nite Owl Blended Scotch is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£22.95 vs £36.13)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£36.13 vs £22.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy The?
The Nite Owl Blended Scotch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only The Nite Owl Blended Scotch
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