Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old vs The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Bowmore
★ 4.80
£499
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love
The Lakes Distillery
£699
| Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old | The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 57.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | NAS |
| Price | £499 | £699 |
| Rating | 4.80/5 | — |
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love
Quick verdict
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is rated higher (4.80 vs 0.00).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old is better value at £499 vs £699.
For beginners: The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
- +More affordable (£499 vs £699)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699 vs £499)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old 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 The?
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Bowmore The Devil's Casks I - 10 Year Old
Only The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Love