Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Cameron Bridge
★ 5.00
£90
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Cameron Bridge |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 52.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £89.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £90.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £89.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£89.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish 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 Cameronbridge?
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing) 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 Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Cameronbridge 'Harmony' 28 Year Old 1991 - Old Particular Spiritualist Series (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange