Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03
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
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03
Glenfiddich
★ 2.67
£105
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 50.2% |
| Age | 30 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £104.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 2.67/5 |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 2.67).
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03 is better value at £105 vs £140.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £104.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£104.99 vs £139.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (2.7 vs 5.0)
- −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 Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Glenfiddich 15 Year Old - Perpetual Collection Vat 03