Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Colonel EH Taylor
★ 4.56
£60
| Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Colonel EH Taylor |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.9% | 50% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £77 | £60 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.56/5 |
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.56).
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch is better value at £60 vs £77.
For beginners: Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £60)
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£60 vs £77)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.6 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 Colonel?
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Only Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Where to buy
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Colonel EH Taylor Small Batch
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange