Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) vs Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

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

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)
DistilleryKilkerranSignatory
RegionCampbeltown
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.1%46%
Age8 yr13 yr
Price£47.95£45.52
Rating5.00/5

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner30/100
Value100/100

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £46 vs £48.

For beginners: Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

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 (57.1%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£47.95 vs £45.52)

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£45.52 vs £47.95)
  • +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 Unnamed?

Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Kilkerran 8 Year Old Cask Strength (57.1%)

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToasted

Only Unnamed Orkney 13 Year Old 2009 (casks DRU 17/A67 20+22) - Un-Chillfiltered Collection (Signatory)

LeatheryHay-likeMossyVegetative

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