Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) vs Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
Bruichladdich
£120
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Monkey Shoulder
★ 5.00
£80
| Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) | Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Monkey Shoulder |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 61.9% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £119.95 | £79.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Quick verdict
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is better value at £80 vs £120.
For beginners: Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119.95 vs £79.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lochindaal?
Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) 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 Monkey?
Monkey Shoulder Cage Gift Set 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.
Tasting notes
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