Kilkerran 12 Year Old vs Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Kilkerran 12 Year Old | Henstone Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | Henstone |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £55 | £52.24 |
| Rating | 4.77/5 | 4.91/5 |
Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Henstone Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (4.91 vs 4.77).
Henstone Single Malt Whisky is better value at £52 vs £55.
For beginners: Henstone Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£55 vs £52.24)
- −Lower community rating (4.8 vs 4.9)
Henstone Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£52.24 vs £55)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Henstone?
Henstone Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Kilkerran 12 Year Old
Only Henstone Single Malt Whisky