Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryCaol IlaSamuel Gulliver & Co
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV56.4%47%
Age14 yr10 yr
Price£104.95£92.95
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £105.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£104.95 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £104.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) 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 Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

Where to buy

Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311743) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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