Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 vs Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Cotswolds
★ 5.00
£65
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£53
| Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 | Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cotswolds | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.9% | 57.1% |
| Age | NAS | 13 yr |
| Price | £64.95 | £52.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) is better value at £53 vs £65.
For beginners: Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£64.95 vs £52.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£52.95 vs £64.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory) 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 Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Only Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Where to buy
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2012 - 100 Proof Edition #70 (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange