Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Fettercairn
£101
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Clan Colla |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 53% | 46% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £101.33 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £101.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£101.33 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £101.33)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Fettercairn 23 Year Old 1989 (cask 1374) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish