Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Caol Ila
£130
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Amrut
★ 5.00
£89
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Amrut |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 57.1% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £129.77 | £88.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is better value at £89 vs £130.
For beginners: Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.77 vs £88.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£88.99 vs £129.77)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) 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.
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured 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.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Amrut Intermediate Sherry Cask Matured
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange