Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
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
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Glenmorangie
£97
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Glenmorangie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £97.37 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £97.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box) is more approachable (90/100 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 £97.37)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£97.37 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Where to buy
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie 18 Year Old Extremely Rare (without Presentation Box)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange