Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
Whisky Souls
£130
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Whisky Souls | Clan Colla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | Blended |
| ABV | 45.1% | 46% |
| Age | 40 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £129.5 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
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 £130.
For beginners: Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£129.5 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £129.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Living?
Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2 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 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 Living Souls 40 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky - Batch #2
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish