Hudson Four Grain Bourbon vs Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

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

Hudson Four Grain BourbonKilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky
DistilleryTuthilltown SpiritsKilchoman
Region
CountryAmericaUnited Kingdom
TypeBourbon
ABV46%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£10.5£9.95
Rating3.71/5

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value100/100

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner75/100
Value0/100

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is rated higher (3.71 vs 0.00).

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky is better value at £10 vs £11.

For beginners: Hudson Four Grain Bourbon is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (3.7/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£10.5 vs £9.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£9.95 vs £10.5)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)

Who should buy Hudson?

Hudson Four Grain Bourbon 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 Kilchoman?

Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Hudson Four Grain Bourbon

VanillaToastedNew Wood

Only Kilchoman 2011 Sample / 11 Year Old / Cask 771 / Whisky Show 2023 Islay Whisky

Fresh FruitSmokey

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