Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
DistilleryLoch LomondTyrconnell
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.3%46%
Age6 yr10 yr
Price£54.88£67.63
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner40/100
Value0/100

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £55 vs £68.

For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£54.88 vs £67.63)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.3%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (10 vs 6 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£67.63 vs £54.88)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 Tyrconnell?

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Only Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Fresh FruitCitricCooked FruitYeastyVanilla

Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToastedNutty

Where to buy

Inchmurrin 6 Year Old 2018 - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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