Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky vs Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Caol Ila
£100
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Cotswolds
★ 5.00
£65
| Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky | Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Cotswolds |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | England |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 60.9% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £99.95 | £64.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Quick verdict
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 is better value at £65 vs £100.
For beginners: Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£99.95 vs £64.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£64.95 vs £99.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Cotswolds?
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Only Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Where to buy
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Cotswolds Founder's Choice Whisky 2018
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange