Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Caol Ila
£89
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tormore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.6% | 60.2% |
| Age | 25 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £88.95 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £89 vs £124.
For beginners: Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£88.95 vs £123.95)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 8 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £88.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) 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.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 25 Year Old 1984 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)