Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman vs The Deveron 18 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Caol Ila
£50
The Deveron 18 Year Old
The Deveron
★ 5.00
£63
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman | The Deveron 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Deveron |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £49.95 | £62.94 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
The Deveron 18 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman is better value at £50 vs £63.
For beginners: The Deveron 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£49.95 vs £62.94)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.94 vs £49.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy The?
The Deveron 18 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2010 Tulip Edition - DS Tayman
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Deveron 18 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange