Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask
Tormore
£141
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila
★ 4.86
£94
| Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.8% | 58.1% |
| Age | 23 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £140.95 | £93.56 |
| Rating | — | 4.86/5 |
Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (4.86 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £94 vs £141.
For beginners: Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£140.95 vs £93.56)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£93.56 vs £140.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Tormore 23 Year Old 1995 (cask 20095A) - The Single Cask
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)