Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila
£70
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
| Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Kilchoman |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.8% | 56.9% |
| Age | 13 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £77 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £70 vs £77.
For beginners: Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £77)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £69.95)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 13 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange