Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£185
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 58.9% |
| Age | 30 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £184.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £185.
For beginners: Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £184.95)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (58.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£184.95 vs £139.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Port?
Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Port Charlotte 13 Year Old 2004 (Burgundy cask) - Single Cask (Master of Malt)