Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition
Kilchoman
£250
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Kilchoman | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 55.9% |
| Age | 5 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £250 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is better value at £250 vs £250.
For beginners: Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 5 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition 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 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) 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 Kilchoman 5 Year Old 2008 - The Kilchoman Club Second Edition
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)