Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
DistilleryCaol IlaJack Daniel's
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandAmerica
TypeSingle MaltTennessee
ABV55.6%64.5%
Age11 yrNAS
Price£93.95£69.95
Rating5.00/5

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

Smoke65/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Smoke62/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner30/100
Value71/100

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) is better value at £70 vs £94.

For beginners: Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (55.6%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£93.95 vs £69.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£69.95 vs £93.95)

Cons

  • High ABV (64.5%) — may need water

Who should buy Caol?

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) 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 Jack?

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) 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 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

SmokeySherriedFresh FruitKippery

Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

ToastedVanillaTobaccoOilyCoal-gas

Where to buy

Caol Ila 11 Year Old 2013 Fino Finish (cask 900892) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)

Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)

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