Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky vs The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
Loch Lomond
£62
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
The Epicurean
★ 5.00
£55
| Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky | The Epicurean Cognac Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | The Epicurean |
| Region | Highland | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 53.9% | 48% |
| Age | 13 yr | NAS |
| Price | £61.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
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).
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)
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
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.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
Only The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Where to buy
Croftengea 13 Year Old 2007 - Chorlton Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Epicurean Cognac Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange