Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi) vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi)
Adelphi
★ 5.00
£65
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£48
| Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi) | Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Kilkerran |
| Region | — | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 57.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £47.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Quick verdict
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is better value at £48 vs £65.
For beginners: Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £47.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£47.95 vs £64.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
Who should buy Breath?
Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi) 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 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 Breath of Islay 12 Year Old 1999 (Adelphi)
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)