Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs MacNair's Lum Reek
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Caol Ila
£70
MacNair's Lum Reek
MacNair's
★ 5.00
£42
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland | MacNair's Lum Reek | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | MacNair's |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 59.8% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £69.9 | £41.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
MacNair's Lum Reek
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
MacNair's Lum Reek
Quick verdict
MacNair's Lum Reek is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
MacNair's Lum Reek is better value at £42 vs £70.
For beginners: MacNair's Lum Reek is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.9 vs £41.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
MacNair's Lum Reek
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£41.95 vs £69.9)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 MacNair's?
MacNair's Lum Reek suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2009 (cask 319090) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
MacNair's Lum Reek
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange