Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) 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 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish
DistilleryCaol IlaTyrconnell
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age10 yr10 yr
Price£48.95£67.63
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner50/100
Value0/100

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner65/100
Value74/100

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) is better value at £49 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 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£48.95 vs £67.63)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

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 £48.95)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory) 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 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

Only Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

SmokeyMedicinalOilyCoal-gas

Only Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

SherriedDried FruitChocolateToastedNutty

Where to buy

Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (casks 318324, 318326, 318329 & 318343) Un-Chilfiltered Collection (Signatory)

Tyrconnell 10 Year Old Sherry Cask Finish

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