Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glengoyne
£112
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
| Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Kilchoman |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.9% |
| Age | NAS | 6 yr |
| Price | £112 | £77 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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).
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £112.
For beginners: Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£112 vs £77)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 affordable (£77 vs £112)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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Only Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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Where to buy
Glengoyne 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange