SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008 vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryTomatinSamuel Gulliver & Co
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV61.8%47%
Age9 yr10 yr
Price£95£92.95
Rating5.00/5

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £95.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (61.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£95 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy SMWS?

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008 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 Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractFresh Fruit

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokeyCooked Fruit

Where to buy

SMWS 11.36 9 Year Old 2008

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