Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
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 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Cambus
£175
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Cambus |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 57.4% | 57.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £175.03 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
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 £175.
For beginners: Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) is more approachable (35/100 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 £175.03)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 30 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£175.03 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 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company) 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 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Cambus 31 Year Old 1991 (cask 102829) - Single Cask Series (The Red Cask Company)