Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) vs Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Caol Ila
£70
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
| Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) | Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.7% | 50% |
| Age | 9 yr | 6 yr |
| Price | £69.95 | £66.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is better value at £67 vs £70.
For beginners: Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (9 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£69.95 vs £66.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£66.95 vs £69.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 9 Year Old 2015 Tawny & Oloroso Cask Finish (Blind Summit Whisky)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange