New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
New Riff
£102
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | New Riff | Clan Colla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | America | Ireland |
| Type | Rye | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 6 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £101.5 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
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 £102.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£101.5 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £101.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy New?
New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
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 New Riff 6 Year Old Malted Rye
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish