Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan
Caol Ila
£103
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 52% |
| Age | 14 yr | NAS |
| Price | £102.5 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £103.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£102.5 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £102.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 14 Year Old 2007 (bottled 2021) - Wilson & Morgan 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 Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 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
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