Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) vs The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Caol Ila
£77
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) | The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenturret |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £76.92 | £48.42 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Quick verdict
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is better value at £48 vs £77.
For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£76.92 vs £48.42)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) 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 The?
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange