The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
DistilleryThe EpicureanKilchoman
RegionLowlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.8%56.9%
AgeNAS6 yr
Price£79.95£77
Rating5.00/55.00/5

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner40/100
Value63/100

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

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

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £80.

For beginners: The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£79.95 vs £77)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£77 vs £79.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2 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

Only The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Malt ExtractHoneyVanillaNuttyToasted

Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokeyFresh FruitNew WoodOily

Where to buy

The Epicurean Glasgow Edition Release No.2

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

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