Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clan Colla
★ 5.00
£80
Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clynelish
£124
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Clynelish |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 47.8% |
| Age | 11 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £124.
For beginners: Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £123.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Clynelish 21 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£123.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Clan?
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Who should buy Clynelish?
Clynelish 21 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 Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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