Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

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

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky CellarMalones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
DistilleryInchgowerMalones
RegionSpeyside
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV55.7%42%
Age13 yrNAS
Price£65.95£39.95
Rating5.00/5

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Smoke0/100
Sweetness43/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner85/100
Value100/100

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is better value at £40 vs £66.

For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£65.95 vs £39.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£39.95 vs £65.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Inchgower?

Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar 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 Malones?

Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 10121) - The Whisky Cellar

Cooked FruitNuttyOld Wood

Only Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey

VanillaFresh Fruit

Where to buy

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