Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
Auchentoshan
£111
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Tyrconnell
★ 5.00
£68
| Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask | Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Tyrconnell |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £110.5 | £67.63 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
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 £111.
For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£110.5 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 £110.5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask 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
Both taste of
Only Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2010 (Cask 700970) - The Single Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange