Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) vs Rock Island 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Caol Ila
£147
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Rock Island
★ 5.00
£100
| Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) | Rock Island 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Rock Island |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended Malt |
| ABV | 48.8% | 46.8% |
| Age | 17 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £146.77 | £99.62 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Rock Island 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rock Island 21 Year Old is better value at £100 vs £147.
For beginners: Rock Island 21 Year Old is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£146.77 vs £99.62)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rock Island 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Caol?
Caol lla 17 Year Old 2007 (cask 313187) - (Saltire Rare Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Rock?
Rock Island 21 Year Old 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
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