Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Bowmore
£100
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Tyrconnell
★ 5.00
£68
| Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks) | Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Tyrconnell |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.9% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £67.63 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is better value at £68 vs £100.
For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £67.63)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£67.63 vs £99.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality 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.
Who should buy Tyrconnell?
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish 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
Only Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
Bowmore 11 Year Old 1995 (cask 20192) - The Single Malts of Scotland (Speciality Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange