Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) vs Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
£50
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Malones
★ 5.00
£40
| Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) | Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Malones |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48.4% | 42% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £49.95 | £39.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Quick verdict
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is better value at £40 vs £50.
For beginners: Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£49.95 vs £39.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£39.95 vs £49.95)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Malones?
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 6 Year Old 2011 (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Malones Triple Cask Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange