Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish vs Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

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

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask FinishInchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask
DistilleryTyrconnellLoch Lomond
Region
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%61.4%
Age10 yr4 yr
Price£67.63£61.75
Rating5.00/5

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask is better value at £62 vs £68.

For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 4 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.63 vs £61.75)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£61.75 vs £67.63)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (61.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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.

Who should buy Inchfad?

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - 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.

Tasting notes

Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToastedNutty

Only Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

SmokeyMedicinalLeatheryTobacco

Where to buy

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Inchfad 4 Year Old (cask 1301) - The Single Cask

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