Meikle Tòir The Sherry One vs Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£43
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Caol Ila
£43
| Meikle Tòir The Sherry One | Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48% | 46% |
| Age | 5 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £43 | £42.58 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Quick verdict
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie) is better value at £43 vs £43.
For beginners: Meikle Tòir The Sherry One is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£43 vs £42.58)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£42.58 vs £43)
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Meikle?
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One 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 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2011 (casks 303558, 303559 & 312141) - Small Batch (James Eadie)