Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) vs Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Caol Ila
£84
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Jack Daniel's
★ 5.00
£70
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) | Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Jack Daniel's |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Tennessee |
| ABV | 53.9% | 64.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £83.95 | £69.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
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 £84.
For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£83.95 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 £83.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (64.5%) — may need water
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi) 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 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Only Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2008 (cask 309453) (Adelphi)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Jack Daniel's Single Barrel - Barrel Strength (64.5%)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange