Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength vs Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Kilchoman
★ 5.00
£77
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Tomatin
£73
| Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength | Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Tomatin |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 57% |
| Age | 6 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £77 | £72.94 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Quick verdict
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is better value at £73 vs £77.
For beginners: Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (40/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£77 vs £72.94)
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£72.94 vs £77)
- +Longer maturation (8 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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
Only Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Only Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
Kilchoman 6 Year Old 2010 Original Cask Strength
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tomatin 8 Year Old 2013 (cask 9531) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange