Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Caol Ila
£96
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 50% |
| Age | 11 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £95.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £96.
For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 6 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£95.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £95.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co. 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 Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 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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Where to buy
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 312835) - The Red Cask Co.
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange