Flaming Pig Black Cask vs Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Inchgower
£50
| Flaming Pig Black Cask | Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Flaming Pig | Inchgower |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £40.24 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £40.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory) 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
Both taste of
Only Flaming Pig Black Cask
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Where to buy
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2011 - 100 Proof Edition #53 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange