Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) vs GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£49
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£50
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) | GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.1% | 48% |
| Age | 12 yr | 9 yr |
| Price | £48.95 | £49.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Quick verdict
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) is better value at £49 vs £50.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£48.95 vs £49.9)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 9 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.9 vs £48.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory) 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 GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish 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 2013 - 100 Proof Edition #65 (Signatory)
Only GlenAllachie 9 Year Old Rye Wood Finish