Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

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

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask StrengthLochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)
DistilleryKilchomanBruichladdich
RegionIslayIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.9%61.9%
Age6 yr12 yr
Price£77£119.95
Rating5.00/5

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner30/100
Value65/100

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is better value at £77 vs £120.

For beginners: Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£77 vs £119.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.9%) — may need water

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (61.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£119.95 vs £77)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Kilchoman?

Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength 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 Lochindaal?

Lochindaal 12 Year Old 2007 (Chorlton Whisky) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyFresh FruitOily

Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength

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