Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Benrinnes
£151
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Benrinnes | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £150.85 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £151.
For beginners: Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£150.85 vs £139.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £150.85)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Benrinnes?
Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky) 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - 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.
Tasting notes
Only Benrinnes 10 Year Old 2011 (cask 307205) - Artist #12 (La Maison du Whisky)
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)