Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Aberlour
★ 5.00
£68
| Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Aberlour |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 54.3% |
| Age | 6 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £77 | £67.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £68 vs £77.
For beginners: Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £67.95)
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£67.95 vs £77)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.3%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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 Aberlour?
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor) 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 Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Only Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour 18 Year Old 1993 - Dimensions (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange