Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

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

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star SpiritsThe Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
DistilleryInchgowerThe Gauldrons
RegionSpeysideCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV52.5%50%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£51.95£59.5
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Smoke0/100
Sweetness37/100
Beginner45/100
Value96/100

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner50/100
Value84/100

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits is better value at £52 vs £60.

For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +More affordable (£51.95 vs £59.5)

Cons

  • High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£59.5 vs £51.95)

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits 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 Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Toasted

Only Inchgower 11 Year Old 2007 - North Star Spirits

Malt ExtractOilyNuttyHay-like

Only The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2

SherriedChocolateDried FruitSmokey

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