Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) vs Flaming Pig Black Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£52
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Flaming Pig
★ 5.00
£40
| Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) | Flaming Pig Black Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Flaming Pig |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £51.64 | £40.24 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Quick verdict
Flaming Pig Black Cask is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Flaming Pig Black Cask is better value at £40 vs £52.
For beginners: Flaming Pig Black Cask is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£51.64 vs £40.24)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Flaming?
Flaming Pig Black Cask 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (cask 12615) - Provenance Coastal Collection (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Flaming Pig Black Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange