Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£75
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan) | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Speyburn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 49.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £74.9 | £46.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £47 vs £75.
For beginners: Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£74.9 vs £46.95)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £74.9)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan) 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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Only Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2012 - Inverdarach Potstill Editions - No. 03 Tri (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange