Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£318
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Tomintoul
★ 5.00
£250
| Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Tomintoul 33 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Tomintoul |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.8% | 43% |
| Age | 28 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £317.77 | £249.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Quick verdict
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 33 Year Old is better value at £250 vs £318.
For beginners: Tomintoul 33 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (54.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£317.77 vs £249.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomintoul 33 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £317.77)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 28 Year Old 1990 (cask 12536) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 33 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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