Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

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

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
DistillerySignatoryKilkerran
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.1%
Age13 yr8 yr
Price£45.52£47.95
Rating5.00/5

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £46 vs £48.

For beginners: Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£45.52 vs £47.95)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • 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
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.95 vs £45.52)

Who should buy Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Smokey

Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryHay-likeMossyVegetative

Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToasted

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