Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) vs Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
DistilleryCraigellachieInchgower
RegionSpeysideSpeyside
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%50%
Age15 yr16 yr
Price£74.95£99
Rating5.00/5

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner50/100
Value51/100

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £75 vs £99.

For beginners: Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£74.95 vs £99)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£99 vs £74.95)

Who should buy Craigellachie?

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

LeatheryDried Fruit

Only Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)

SmokeyOilyNutty

Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

SherriedHoneyToastedKippery

Where to buy

Craigellachie 15 Year Old 2006 (Thompson Bros.)

Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)

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