Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
DistilleryAuchentoshanClan Colla
RegionLowland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV57.9%46%
Age24 yr11 yr
Price£97.95£79.52
Rating5.00/55.00/5

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner40/100
Value51/100

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value63/100

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £98.

For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£97.95 vs £79.52)
  • 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
  • +More affordable (£79.52 vs £97.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Auchentoshan?

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.

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

HoneyToasted

Only Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Malt ExtractVanillaFresh Fruit

Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

SmokeySherriedCooked Fruit

Where to buy

Auchentoshan 24 Year Old 1993 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

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