Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
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
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
Pulteney
★ 3.50
£120
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Old Pulteney 18 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Pulteney |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 11 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £119.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.50/5 |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
Quick verdict
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.50).
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £120.
For beginners: Old Pulteney 18 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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 £119.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 11 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£119.95 vs £79.52)
- −Lower community rating (3.5 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 Old?
Old Pulteney 18 Year Old is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
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