Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old vs Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Samuel Gulliver & Co
★ 5.00
£93
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Caol Ila
£99
| Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old | Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Samuel Gulliver & Co | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 56.8% |
| Age | 10 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £92.95 | £99.4 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Quick verdict
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £99.
For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£92.95 vs £99.4)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£99.4 vs £92.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Gulliver’s?
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) 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 Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (cask 307363) - Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange