Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Caol Ila
£75
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 59% | 59.2% |
| Age | 6 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £74.95 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr is better value at £75 vs £85.
For beginners: Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£74.95 vs £84.9)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (7 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£84.9 vs £74.95)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr 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 Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
Caol Ila 6 Year Old (cask 315817) - Dràm Mòr
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange