Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) vs The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Caol Ila
£199
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
GlenDronach
★ 5.00
£210
| Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) | The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | GlenDronach |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 64.2% | 53.2% |
| Age | 8 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £199 | £210 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Quick verdict
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) is better value at £199 vs £210.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £210)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (64.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (53.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£210 vs £199)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008) 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 The?
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376) 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 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Only The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 8 Year Old 1999 Unpeated (Special Release 2008)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The GlenDronach 22 Year Old 1994 (cask 1376)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange