Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey
Hawk's Rock
£179
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hawk's Rock | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47% | 55.9% |
| Age | 20 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £179.39 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey
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).
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +More affordable (£179.39 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (20 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 £179.39)
Who should buy Garavogue?
Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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