Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage
Glen Moray
★ 5.00
£170
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 46.3% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £169.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £170.
For beginners: Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £169.9)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£169.9 vs £139.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 30 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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage 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 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish - Elgin Heritage