Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Balblair
★ 5.00
£68
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Kilkerran
★ 4.33
£65
| Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) | Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Balblair | Kilkerran |
| Region | Highland | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £68.12 | £65 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.33/5 |
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Quick verdict
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.33).
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) is better value at £65 vs £68.
For beginners: Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£68.12 vs £65)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£65 vs £68.12)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.3 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Balblair?
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Where to buy
Balblair 2000 (bottled 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (55.7%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange