Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Caol Ila
£650
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | 16 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £650 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £650.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£650 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £650)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 1972 - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange