Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Inchgower
★ 5.00
£99
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Caol Ila
£96
| Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58.7% |
| Age | 16 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £99 | £95.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Quick verdict
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. is better value at £96 vs £99.
For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99 vs £95.95)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£95.95 vs £99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Where to buy
Inchgower 16 Years Old 1995 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange