Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) vs Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£45
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Copper Rivet Distillery
★ 5.00
£47
| Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) | Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Copper Rivet Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.2% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £44.95 | £47.3 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Quick verdict
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is better value at £45 vs £47.
For beginners: Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£44.95 vs £47.3)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£47.3 vs £44.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid) 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 Masthouse?
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137 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
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Only Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Where to buy
Caol Ila 18 Year Old 1991 (Murray McDavid)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Masthouse Single Malt - Single Cask #137
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange