Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood
DistilleryLoch LomondGlenDronach
RegionHighlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.3%46%
Age6 yr10 yr
Price£54.88£56.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner65/100
Value88/100

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £55 vs £57.

For beginners: The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£54.88 vs £56.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£56.95 vs £54.88)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Cooked Fruit

Only Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Fresh FruitCitricYeastyVanilla

Only The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

SherriedDried FruitChocolateHoney

Where to buy

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old Port Wood

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