Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) vs Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£37
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£43
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) | Meikle Tòir The Sherry One | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 48% |
| Age | 11 yr | 5 yr |
| Price | £36.58 | £43 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Quick verdict
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is better value at £37 vs £43.
For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£36.58 vs £43)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 5 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£43 vs £36.58)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2000 - Un-Chillfiltered (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 Meikle?
Meikle Tòir The Sherry One 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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