Midleton Very Rare 2016 vs Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Very Rare 2016
Midleton
★ 4.91
£799
Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky
Caol Ila
£975
| Midleton Very Rare 2016 | Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £799 | £975 |
| Rating | 4.91/5 | — |
Midleton Very Rare 2016
Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky
Midleton Very Rare 2016
Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Midleton Very Rare 2016 is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Midleton Very Rare 2016 is better value at £799 vs £975.
For beginners: Midleton Very Rare 2016 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Midleton Very Rare 2016
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£799 vs £975)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£975 vs £799)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Very Rare 2016 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Midleton Very Rare 2016
Only Caol Ila 1983 / 42 Year Old / Gleann Mor Rare Find Islay Whisky