Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Caol Ila
£342
| Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Caol Ila |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46% |
| Age | 15 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £399 | £341.55 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is better value at £342 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £341.55)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£341.55 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Only Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Where to buy
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Caol Ila 23 Year Old 1993 (cask 631) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange