Fercullen 10 Year Old vs Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fercullen 10 Year Old
Fercullen
★ 5.00
£53
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Loch Lomond
£78
| Fercullen 10 Year Old | Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fercullen | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 52% |
| Age | 10 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £52.5 | £77.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Fercullen 10 Year Old
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Fercullen 10 Year Old
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Fercullen 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Fercullen 10 Year Old is better value at £53 vs £78.
For beginners: Fercullen 10 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Fercullen 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£52.5 vs £77.5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77.5 vs £52.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Fercullen?
Fercullen 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Who should buy Inchfad?
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
Both taste of
Only Fercullen 10 Year Old
Only Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
Fercullen 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchfad 15 Year Old 2009 (cask 1012) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange