Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Benrinnes
£45
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Ardgowan |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 54.7% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £45 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £45 vs £49.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£45 vs £48.5)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.5 vs £45)
- −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 Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Benrinnes 11 Year Old 2010 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)