Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) vs Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cardhu
★ 5.00
£84
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Caol Ila
£110
| Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) | Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cardhu | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56% | 40% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.9 | £110 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) is better value at £84 vs £110.
For beginners: Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£83.9 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (56%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £83.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Cardhu?
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020) 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 Cl11?
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Only Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
Cardhu 11 Year Old (Special Release 2020)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange