Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask
Tobermory
£212
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Caol Ila |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54% | 55.9% |
| Age | 24 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £211.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask
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).
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask is better value at £212 vs £250.
For beginners: Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£211.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £211.95)
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Tobermory 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 329) - The Single Cask
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)