Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) vs Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Caol Ila
★ 4.20
£199
| Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Overeem | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 59.8% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £259.1 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) is better value at £199 vs £259.
For beginners: Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£259.1 vs £199)
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £259.1)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Only Caol Ila 18 Year Old Unpeated (Special Release 2017)