Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Ballantine's
£120
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ballantine's | Clan Colla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Ireland |
| Type | Blended | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 11 yr |
| Price | £120 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
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: Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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 Ballantine's?
Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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 Ballantine's Celebration Blended Scotch Whisky
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish