Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
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
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51% | 59.2% |
| Age | 14 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £129.77 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £130.
For beginners: Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.) is more approachable (30/100 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
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 7 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.77 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £129.77)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
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 Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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 Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2008 (cask 2806) - The Cooper's Choice (The Vintage Malt Whisky Co.)
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old