Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky vs 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

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

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)
DistilleryKilchoman1512 Spirits
Region
CountryUnited KingdomAmerica
TypeRye
ABV40%47%
AgeNASNAS
Price£9.95£7.21
Rating3.75/5

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness90/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is rated higher (3.75 vs 0.00).

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is better value at £7 vs £10.

For beginners: 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£9.95 vs £7.21)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.8)

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.8/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Kilchoman?

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy 1512?

1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Tasting notes

Only Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokeyHoney

Only 1512 Spirits Aged Rye Whiskey (37.5cl)

TobaccoVanilla

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