Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar
Cambus
£150
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cambus | Caol Ila |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42.5% | 57.4% |
| Age | 33 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £149.89 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar
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 £150.
For beginners: Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 30 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£149.89 vs £139.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £149.89)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Cambus?
Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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
Both taste of
Only Cambus 33 Year Old 1988 (cask 59256 & 59258) - The Whisky Cellar
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)