Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£125
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Decadent Drinks |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 57.1% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks)
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 £125.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £124.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Candlekitty?
Candlekitty 12 Year Old 2010 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.78 (Decadent Drinks) 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
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