Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£77
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Caol Ila
£111
| Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Bourbon | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 57.1% |
| Age | 14 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £76.95 | £111.05 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Quick verdict
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £77 vs £111.
For beginners: Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£76.95 vs £111.05)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£111.05 vs £76.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Tennessee?
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - 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.
Tasting notes
Only Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
Tennessee Bourbon Whisky #1 14 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2010 (cask 311739) - Coasts & Shores (Berry Bros. & Rudd)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange