Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
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
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£93
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 59.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £92.64 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £93.
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
- +More affordable (£79.52 vs £92.64)
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (59.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£92.64 vs £79.52)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Where to buy
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 10 Year Old 2013 (cask 814727) - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange