Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt
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
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt
Glengoyne
£133
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 53% |
| Age | 30 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £132.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt is better value at £133 vs £140.
For beginners: Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt is more approachable (45/100 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 21 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £132.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt
Pros
- +More affordable (£132.95 vs £139.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt 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 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Glengoyne 21 Year Old Spanish Sherry Butt