Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands) vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
Caol Ila
£147
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands) | 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 | 51.9% | 60.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £146.52 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
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).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £147.
For beginners: Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£146.52 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £146.52)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands) 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
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 30 Year Old 1980 (Celtic Heartlands)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange