Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) vs Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£50
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Tyrconnell
★ 5.00
£68
| Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) | Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tyrconnell |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 10 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £67.63 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Quick verdict
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £50 vs £68.
For beginners: Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £67.63)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£67.63 vs £49.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318267, 318269, 318273 & 318341) - Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tyrconnell?
Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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