Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£108
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Old Rip Van Winkle
★ 5.00
£119
| Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Old Rip Van Winkle |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.8% | 53.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £107.9 | £119 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £108 vs £119.
For beginners: Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£107.9 vs £119)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£119 vs £107.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Old?
Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof 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
Only Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2010 (cask 105) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Only Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year Old 107 Proof