Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Caol Ila
£399
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Pittyvaich |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 43% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 21 Year Old 1981 (cask 283) - First Cask
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna