Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010sGulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryBowmoreSamuel Gulliver & Co
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%47%
Age17 yr10 yr
Price£150£92.95
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s

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 £150.

For beginners: Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (17 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £150)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

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

Smokey

Only Bowmore 17 Year Old - 2010s

MedicinalOilyLeathery

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

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