Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Auchentoshan
£120
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Auchentoshan | Clan Colla |
| Region | Lowland | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 14 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £120 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
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 £120.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£120 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £120)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
Auchentoshan 14 Year Old Cooper's Reserve
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange