Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak vs Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Bowmore
£60
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
| Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak | Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Clan Colla |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £79.52 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
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).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is better value at £60 vs £80.
For beginners: Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £79.52)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.52 vs £59.95)
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
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Where to buy
Bowmore 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange