Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila
£66
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Scallywag
★ 5.00
£49
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Scallywag |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 53.1% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £65.5 | £49 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Quick verdict
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is better value at £49 vs £66.
For beginners: Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£65.5 vs £49)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£49 vs £65.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (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 Scallywag?
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021 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.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 1996 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Scallywag The Winter Edition 2021
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange