Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila
£124
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.5% | 57.4% |
| Age | 16 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £123.52 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £124 vs £140.
For beginners: Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (25/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£123.52 vs £139.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £123.52)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 16 Year Old 2007 (cask 5) - 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 Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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.
Tasting notes
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