Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 307960B) - The Single Cask

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 307960B) - The Single Cask

Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018

Pros

• +Better value for money
• +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
• +More affordable (£64.95 vs £89.95)
• +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

• −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
• −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 307960B) - The Single Cask

Pros

• +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

• −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
• −More expensive (£89.95 vs £64.95)
• −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 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 307960B) - The Single Cask 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.