Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) vs Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Caol Ila
£66
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Speyburn
★ 5.00
£47
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Speyburn |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 49.5% |
| Age | 9 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £65.75 | £46.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £47 vs £66.
For beginners: Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 7 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.75 vs £46.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£46.95 vs £65.75)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants) 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 Speyburn?
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Only Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2014 (cask 303408 & 303410) - Dalgety (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Speyburn 7 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange