Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish vs Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Tyrconnell
★ 5.00
£68
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Loch Lomond
£83
| Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tyrconnell | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.7% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £67.63 | £82.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
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 £83.
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)
- +More affordable (£67.63 vs £82.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£82.95 vs £67.63)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Croftengea?
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits 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
Only Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Where to buy
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Croftengea 11 Year Old 2010 (cask LL1021) – Hidden Spirits
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange