Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Inchgower
£89
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask) | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Clan Colla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 56.5% | 46% |
| Age | 13 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £89.26 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £89.
For beginners: Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.26 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £89.26)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish 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
Only Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
Inchgower 13 Year Old 2008 (cask 814356A) - Family Series (The Single Cask)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange