Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

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

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old
DistilleryCaol IlaCaisteal Chamuis
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltBlended Malt
ABV46%46%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£48.95£53.95
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner55/100
Value93/100

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £54.

For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.95 vs £53.95)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£53.95 vs £48.95)

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Caisteal?

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyDried Fruit

Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

MedicinalOilyCitric

Only Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

SherriedNutty

Where to buy

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 319461, 319462, 319463 & 319488) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Caisteal Chamuis 12 Year Old

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