Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila
£100
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.7% | 57.4% |
| Age | 10 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £99.99 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
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 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £100 vs £140.
For beginners: Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £139.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £99.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.) 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 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 Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 10 Year Old 2012 (Thompson Bros.)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange