Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Mortlach
£98
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mortlach | Clan Colla |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.5% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £97.95 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £98.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (55.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£97.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £97.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mortlach?
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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 Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
Mortlach 11 Year Old 2013 (cask 300231) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange