Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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
Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Cotswolds
£125
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Cotswolds |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | Ireland | England |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 53.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | NAS |
| Price | £79.52 | £124.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
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 £125.
For beginners: Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd is more approachable (60/100 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 £124.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£124.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Cotswolds?
Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd 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
Both taste of
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Cotswolds 2018 (bottled 2023) (cask 2194) - Berry Bros. & Rudd