Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish vs Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Loch Lomond
£120
| Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish | Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Clan Colla | Loch Lomond |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Grain |
| ABV | 46% | 58.7% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £79.52 | £120 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 £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
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£120 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 Rhosdhu?
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
Only Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Only Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
Clan Colla 11 Year Old 2009 - Oloroso & Peated Cask Finish
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Rhosdhu 12 Year Old 2010 (cask G15.35) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange