Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne
★ 3.67
£82
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky
Kilchoman
£80
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Kilchoman |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.4% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £82.2 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 3.67/5 | — |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (3.67 vs 0.00).
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky is better value at £80 vs £82.
For beginners: Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky is more approachable (80/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (3.7/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£82.2 vs £79.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£79.95 vs £82.2)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 3.7)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Kilchoman?
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old 1997 (cask 10697) - Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask / 2023 Release Islay Whisky