Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask StrengthInchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
DistilleryKilchomanLoch Lomond
RegionIslayHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.9%47.3%
Age6 yr23 yr
Price£77£72.95
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value65/100

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner75/100
Value69/100

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £73 vs £77.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (75/100 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 £72.95)

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£72.95 vs £77)

Cons

  • 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokeyNew WoodOily

Only Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

HoneyCitricVanillaMalt Extract

Where to buy

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Inchmurrin 23 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

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