Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Glen Scotia
★ 5.00
£120
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Scotia | Clan Colla |
| Region | Campbeltown | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 54.1% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £120 | £79.52 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £120.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 vs £79.52)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1 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 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 Glen Scotia 12 Year Old - Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1
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