Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Caol Ila
£110
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
The Lakes Distillery
★ 5.00
£85
| Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | England |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 52% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £110 | £84.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Quick verdict
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is better value at £85 vs £110.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£110 vs £84.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.95 vs £110)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Cl11?
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5 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.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Cl11 – Elements of Islay Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
The Lakes Whiskymaker's Reserve No.5
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange