Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing) vs Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing)
Caol Ila
£106
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Famous Grouse
★ 5.00
£100
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing) | Famous Grouse Highland Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Famous Grouse |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £105.95 | £99.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Quick verdict
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is better value at £100 vs £106.
For beginners: Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£105.95 vs £99.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£99.99 vs £105.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter 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 Famous?
Famous Grouse Highland Decanter is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2011 - Old Malt Cask 25th Anniversary (Hunter Laing)
Only Famous Grouse Highland Decanter