Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Caol Ila
£299
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
★ 5.00
£379
| Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 59.1% | 42.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 52 yr |
| Price | £299 | £379.13 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £299 vs £379.
For beginners: Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £379.13)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (52 vs 18 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£379.13 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Only Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 53.198) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Invergordon 52 Year Old 1964 (cask 11487) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange