Craigellachie 17 Year Old vs Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Craigellachie
★ 4.70
£115
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Kilchoman
£179
| Craigellachie 17 Year Old | Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Kilchoman |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 17 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £114.95 | £178.95 |
| Rating | 4.70/5 | — |
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Quick verdict
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is rated higher (4.70 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old is better value at £115 vs £179.
For beginners: Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.7/5)
- +More affordable (£114.95 vs £178.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£178.95 vs £114.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)
Who should buy Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 17 Year Old 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Craigellachie 17 Year Old
Only Kilchoman 18 Year Old Bourbon Cask Matured 20th Anniversary Series