The Epicurean Cognac Finish vs Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky

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

The Epicurean Cognac FinishCroftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
DistilleryThe EpicureanLoch Lomond
RegionLowlandHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlended MaltSingle Malt
ABV48%53.9%
AgeNAS13 yr
Price£54.95£61.95
Rating5.00/5

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner60/100
Value91/100

Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Epicurean Cognac Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Epicurean Cognac Finish is better value at £55 vs £62.

For beginners: The Epicurean Cognac Finish is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

The Epicurean Cognac Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£54.95 vs £61.95)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£61.95 vs £54.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The Epicurean Cognac Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.

Who should buy Croftengea?

Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky 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 The Epicurean Cognac Finish

FragantFresh FruitHoneyVanillaSherried

Only Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky

SmokeyToastedDried FruitNuttyLeathery

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