Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) vs Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Kilkerran
★ 5.00
£48
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tullibardine
★ 5.00
£40
| Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) | Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilkerran | Tullibardine |
| Region | Campbeltown | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £47.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.95 vs £39.95)
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £47.95)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilkerran?
Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) 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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)
Only Tullibardine 11 Year Old 2007 (casks 800109 & 800110) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)