Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£339
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.8% | 46% |
| Age | 33 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £339.08 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £339 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£339.08 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 15 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £339.08)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Caol Ila 33 Year Old 1984 (cask 11620) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange