Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Caol Ila
£399
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenmorangie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 21 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £399 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
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 £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange