Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask FinishInchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)
DistilleryClan CollaLoch Lomond
RegionHighland
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%47%
Age11 yr31 yr
Price£79.52£126.23
Rating5.00/5

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

Smoke64/100
Sweetness56/100
Beginner55/100
Value63/100

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £126.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky) is more approachable (70/100 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 £126.23)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Longer maturation (31 vs 11 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£126.23 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 Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Honey

Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish

SmokeySherriedToastedCooked Fruit

Only Inchmurrin 31 Year Old 1984 - Highland Laird (Bartels Whisky)

VanillaFresh FruitOld WoodMalt Extract

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