Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Craigellachie
★ 4.00
£60
| Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Craigellachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 62% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £77 | £59.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.00/5 |
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is better value at £60 vs £77.
For beginners: Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £59.95)
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £77)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Craigellachie?
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) 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
Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Only Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Where to buy
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Craigellachie 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange