Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Mortlach
£118
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Mortlach |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £117.76 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £118.
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 £117.76)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 11 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£117.76 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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 24 Year Old 1990 (cask 6079) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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
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