Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
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
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
Caol Ila
£199
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 61.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
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 £199.
For beginners: Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016) 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 £199)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (61.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016) 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 Caol Ila 15 Year Old 2000 Unpeated (Special Release 2016)