Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£80
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
★ 5.00
£55
| Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.5% | 45.7% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £54.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £55 vs £80.
For beginners: Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £54.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£54.95 vs £79.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (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 Single?
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 13 Year Old 2009 (cask 322858) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange