Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Cambus
£190
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Cambus |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 57.4% | 52.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £189.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £190.
For beginners: Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £189.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£189.95 vs £139.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Cambus?
Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor) 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
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Cambus 24 Year Old 1991 (cask 1112914) - The Octave (Duncan Taylor)