Johnnie Walker Premier vs Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)

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

Johnnie Walker PremierKilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)
DistilleryJohnnie WalkerKilkerran
RegionOther ScotchCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV43%49.2%
AgeNAS20 yr
Price£199£299
Rating5.00/5

Johnnie Walker Premier

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner70/100
Value25/100

Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Johnnie Walker Premier

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Johnnie Walker Premier is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Johnnie Walker Premier is better value at £199 vs £299.

For beginners: Johnnie Walker Premier is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Johnnie Walker Premier

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£199 vs £299)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£299 vs £199)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Johnnie?

Johnnie Walker Premier suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.

Who should buy Kilkerran?

Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl) 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

SherriedDried FruitOld WoodTobacco

Only Johnnie Walker Premier

Chocolate

Only Kilkerran 20 Year Old 2004 - Open Day 2024 (35cl)

Leathery

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