Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) 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.
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£100
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila
★ 4.86
£94
| Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Jack Daniel's | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | America | Scotland |
| Type | Tennessee | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 58.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £93.56 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.86/5 |
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).
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 £100.
For beginners: Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.99 vs £93.56)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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
- +More affordable (£93.56 vs £99.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Jack?
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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
Both taste of
Only Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Where to buy
Jack Daniel's Master Distiller Series No.4 (1L)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange