Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)

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

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask FinishPort Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)
DistilleryClan CollaBruichladdich
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeBlendedSingle Malt
ABV46%46%
Age11 yr10 yr
Price£79.52£120
Rating5.00/54.43/5

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

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

Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner50/100
Value37/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.43).

Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish is better value at £80 vs £120.

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 £120)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More widely reviewed by the community
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£120 vs £79.52)
  • Lower community rating (4.4 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 Port?

Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyCooked Fruit

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

SherriedToastedHoney

Only Port Charlotte 10 Year Old - (First Edition)

MedicinalOilyCoal-gas

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