Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits vs Scallywag 10 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Caol Ila
★ 4.00
£40
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£44
| Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits | Scallywag 10 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Scallywag |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 60.9% | 46% |
| Age | 7 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £39.95 | £44.25 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Quick verdict
Scallywag 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits is better value at £40 vs £44.
For beginners: Scallywag 10 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £44.25)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (10 vs 7 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£44.25 vs £39.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits 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 Scallywag?
Scallywag 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 7 Year Old 2013 - North Star Spirits
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag 10 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange