Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£71
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£70
| Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Scotia |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 54.9% |
| Age | 10 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £70.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Quick verdict
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is better value at £70 vs £71.
For beginners: Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£70.95 vs £69.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£69.95 vs £70.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Where to buy
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2015 (cask 20720) Ruby Port Finish - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glen Scotia 8 Year Old 2014 (cask 21/655-9) - Master of Malt Exclusive Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange