Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
★ 4.00
£98
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
The Gauldrons
★ 5.00
£60
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Gauldrons |
| Region | Islay | Campbeltown |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.4% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £97.55 | £59.5 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Quick verdict
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is better value at £60 vs £98.
For beginners: The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£97.55 vs £59.5)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£59.5 vs £97.55)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 (cask 16987) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 The?
The Gauldrons Sherry Edition Batch 2 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Tasting notes
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