Kilkerran 8 Year Old - Open Day 2016 vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)

Kilkerran 8 Year Old - Open Day 2016

Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)

Kilkerran 8 Year Old - Open Day 2016

Pros

• +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

• −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
• −More expensive (£199 vs £173.95)
• −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)

Pros

• +Better value for money
• +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
• +More affordable (£173.95 vs £199)
• +Longer maturation (25 vs 8 years)

Cons

• −High ABV (61.4%) — may need water

Who should buy Kilkerran?

Kilkerran 8 Year Old - Open Day 2016 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 Rosebank?

Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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.