Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£40
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenturret |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.55 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) is better value at £40 vs £48.
For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£39.55 vs £48.42)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£48.42 vs £39.55)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 1999 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange