Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
The Glenlivet
£199
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Glenlivet | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | 19 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
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).
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199)
Who should buy Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
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
Both taste of
Only Glenlivet 19 Year Old 1989 - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)