The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Glenturret
★ 5.00
£48
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Caol Ila
£50
| The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) | Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Caol Ila |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 58.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.42 | £49.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
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 £50.
For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
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
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £48.42)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 (cask 319941) - Auld Goonsy's Malt 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
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