Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 4.60
£117
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 51.6% |
| Age | 11 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £116.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.60/5 |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.60).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £117.
For beginners: Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £116.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£116.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (4.6 vs 5.0)
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 Speyside?
Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Speyside #2 25 Year Old - Batch 1 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)