Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Bunnahabhain
★ 5.00
£130
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£115
| Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.2% | 53.4% |
| Age | 15 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £130 | £115 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Quick verdict
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £115 vs £130.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - 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 (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£130 vs £115)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£115 vs £130)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 15474) - 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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2010 (cask 313567) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)