Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) vs Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£86
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Millstone Whisky
★ 5.00
£103
| Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) | Millstone 100 Rye Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Millstone Whisky |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | The Netherlands |
| Type | Single Malt | Rye |
| ABV | 55.4% | 50% |
| Age | 28 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £86.16 | £102.82 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Quick verdict
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) is better value at £86 vs £103.
For beginners: Millstone 100 Rye Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£86.16 vs £102.82)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£102.82 vs £86.16)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid) 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 Millstone?
Millstone 100 Rye Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Rye character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1980 - Mission (Murray McDavid)
Only Millstone 100 Rye Whisky