Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single
Caol Ila
£118
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
| Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single | Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Samuel Gulliver & Co |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 47% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £117.5 | £92.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £118.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£117.5 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £117.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single 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 Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2010 - Single & Single
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange