The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey vs Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)

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

The Legendary Silkie Irish WhiskeyInchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)
DistillerySliabh LiagLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%43%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£37.95£40.13
Rating5.00/53.00/5

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner75/100
Value75/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.00).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £40.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £40.13)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£40.13 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (3.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory) 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

Vanilla

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh FruitToasted

Only Inchmurrin 20 Year Old 1996 (cask 31) (Signatory)

Malt ExtractOld WoodHoneyNutty

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