Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) vs Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Caol Ila
£52
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Rampur
★ 5.00
£63
| Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) | Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Rampur |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | India |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 45% |
| Age | 5 yr | NAS |
| Price | £52.22 | £62.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Quick verdict
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) is better value at £52 vs £63.
For beginners: Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£52.22 vs £62.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£62.95 vs £52.22)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 5 Year Old 2018 Justino's Madeira Cask Finish - Benchmark (Murray McDavid) 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 Rampur?
Rampur Double Cask Single Malt Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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