Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glenturret
£107
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Clan Colla |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 52.6% | 46% |
| Age | 29 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £106.51 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £107.
For beginners: Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 11 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£106.51 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 £106.51)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - 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 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
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Only Glenturret 29 Year Old 1986 (cask 298) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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