Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Bowmore
£89
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Clan Colla |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.4% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £88.88 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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 £89.
For beginners: Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
Cons
- −More expensive (£88.88 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 £88.88)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
Bowmore 10 Year Old 2014 (cask 18875) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange