Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

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

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
DistilleryBruichladdichKilchoman
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV61.9%56.9%
Age12 yr6 yr
Price£119.95£77
Rating5.00/5

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value65/100

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £120.

For beginners: Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (61.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 vs £77)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£77 vs £119.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water

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 Kilchoman?

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyOilyFresh Fruit

Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

New Wood

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