Bulleit Bourbon vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Bulleit BourbonThe Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryBulleitSliabh Liag
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV45%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£28.49£37.95
Rating4.37/55.00/5

Bulleit Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Bulleit Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.37).

Bulleit Bourbon is better value at £28 vs £38.

For beginners: Bulleit Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Bulleit Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£28.49 vs £37.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lower community rating (4.4 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£37.95 vs £28.49)

Who should buy Bulleit?

Bulleit Bourbon 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.

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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

VanillaToasted

Only Bulleit Bourbon

New WoodChocolateHoney

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh Fruit

Explore more