Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) vs Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Caol Ila
£150
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£199
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) | Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 64% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £150 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£150 vs £199)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £150)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2011) 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 Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Black Label Extra Special - 1970s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
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