Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) vs North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Caol Ila
★ 4.86
£94
North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
North British
£130
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) | North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | North British |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 58.1% | 50.4% |
| Age | 11 yr | 34 yr |
| Price | £93.56 | £129.95 |
| Rating | 4.86/5 | — |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated higher (4.86 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is better value at £94 vs £130.
For beginners: North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More affordable (£93.56 vs £129.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (34 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£129.95 vs £93.56)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive) 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 North?
North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2011 (cask 15555) - Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour (Douglas Laing) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Only North British 34 Year Old 1991 (cask 262085) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)