Old Williamsburg Bourbon vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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

Old Williamsburg BourbonThe Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryOld WilliamsburgSliabh Liag
Region
CountryAmericaIreland
TypeBourbonBlended
ABV40%46%
AgeNASNAS
Price£36.99£37.95
Rating5.00/5

Old Williamsburg Bourbon

Smoke0/100
Sweetness69/100
Beginner100/100
Value0/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Old Williamsburg Bourbon

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Old Williamsburg Bourbon is better value at £37 vs £38.

For beginners: Old Williamsburg Bourbon is more approachable (100/100 beginner score).

Old Williamsburg Bourbon

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£36.99 vs £37.95)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£37.95 vs £36.99)

Who should buy Old?

Old Williamsburg Bourbon 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.

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Old Williamsburg Bourbon

Cooked FruitHoneyMalt Extract

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh FruitToasted

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