Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) vs Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Caol Ila
£72
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Ardgowan
★ 5.00
£49
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) | Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Ardgowan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 47.5% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £71.95 | £48.5 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Quick verdict
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is better value at £49 vs £72.
For beginners: Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£71.95 vs £48.5)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£48.5 vs £71.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Clydebuilt?
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Grain character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Only Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2013 - Strictly Limited (Càrn Mòr)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clydebuilt Riveter Single Grain (Ardgowan)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange