Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky vs The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
Caol Ila
£105
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
The Antiquary
★ 5.00
£85
| Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky | The Antiquary 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Antiquary |
| Region | — | Other Scotch |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £105 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Antiquary 21 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £105.
For beginners: The Antiquary 21 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£105 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £105)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Antiquary 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
Only The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
Caol Ila 2008 / 15 Year Old / Chris Bolton / Whisky Show 2024 Islay Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Antiquary 21 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange