Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) vs Flaming Pig Black Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 4.00
£35
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
| Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) | Flaming Pig Black Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Flaming Pig |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £34.95 | £40.24 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) is better value at £35 vs £40.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£34.95 vs £40.24)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£40.24 vs £34.95)
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing) 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 Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask 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
Only Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
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Where to buy
Inchgower 9 Year Old 2008 (cask 12028) - Provenance (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange