Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Keith
£130
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila
★ 4.86
£94
| Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 58.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £129.95 | £93.56 |
| Rating | — | 4.86/5 |
Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (4.86 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £94 vs £130.
For beginners: Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £93.56)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£93.56 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 Glen Keith 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 72618) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)