Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
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
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Glen Ord
★ 5.00
£119
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Ord |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 54.7% |
| Age | 30 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £139.95 | £118.7 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Quick verdict
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024) is better value at £119 vs £140.
For beginners: Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £118.7)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£118.7 vs £139.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — may need water
- −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 Singleton?
Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024) 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 Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Year Old (Special Release 2024)