Michael Jackson Blend vs Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Michael Jackson Blend
Berry Bros. & Rudd
★ 5.00
£90
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Caol Ila
£150
| Michael Jackson Blend | Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Berry Bros. & Rudd | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 59.1% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £90.36 | £149.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Michael Jackson Blend
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Michael Jackson Blend
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Quick verdict
Michael Jackson Blend is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Michael Jackson Blend is better value at £90 vs £150.
For beginners: Michael Jackson Blend is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Michael Jackson Blend
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£90.36 vs £149.99)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£149.99 vs £90.36)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Michael?
Michael Jackson Blend is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Michael Jackson Blend
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 - Artist Collective 6.8 (La Maison du Whisky)