Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Filey Bay
£125
| Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Filey Bay |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.4% | 57.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | NAS |
| Price | £139.95 | £125 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is better value at £125 vs £140.
For beginners: Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (35/100 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£139.95 vs £125)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +More affordable (£125 vs £139.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.6%) — 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 Spirit?
Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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 Spirit of Yorkshire 2017 (bottled 2023) (cask 2237) - Berry Bros. & Rudd