Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£700
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tomatin |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 46% |
| Age | 28 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £699.95 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £700.
For beginners: Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£699.95 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £699.95)
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 28 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing) 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1979 - Old & Rare Platinum (Douglas Laing)
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1