Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky vs Mac-Talla Strata
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
Mac-Talla Strata
Mac-Talla
★ 5.00
£81
| Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky | Mac-Talla Strata | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Mac-Talla |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £99.95 | £80.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Mac-Talla Strata
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Mac-Talla Strata
Quick verdict
Mac-Talla Strata is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mac-Talla Strata is better value at £81 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 £80.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Mac-Talla Strata
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£80.95 vs £99.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
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 Mac-Talla?
Mac-Talla Strata suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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Only Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 2013 / 9 Year Old / The Whisky Show 2022 Islay Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mac-Talla Strata
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange