Inishowen vs Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle

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

InishowenKraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle
DistilleryCooleyKraken
Region
CountryIrelandUnited Kingdom
TypeBlended
ABV40%40%
AgeNASNAS
Price£22.15£17.95
Rating4.67/5

Inishowen

Smoke64/100
Sweetness35/100
Beginner70/100
Value100/100

Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Inishowen

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inishowen is rated higher (4.67 vs 0.00).

Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle is better value at £18 vs £22.

For beginners: Inishowen is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Inishowen

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (4.7/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£22.15 vs £17.95)

Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£17.95 vs £22.15)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.7)

Who should buy Inishowen?

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

Who should buy Kraken?

Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Inishowen

Fresh FruitToasted

Only Kraken Black Spiced Rum / Half Bottle

OilyCooked Mash

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