Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998
Glenlossie
★ 5.00
£49
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£48
| Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 | Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenlossie | Kilkerran |
| Region | Speyside | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.1% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £49.32 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Quick verdict
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is better value at £48 vs £49.
For beginners: Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998
Pros
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.32 vs £47.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £49.32)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Glenlossie?
Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) 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
Only Glenlossie NC2 13 Year Old 1998
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)