Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Tormore
£199
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.2% | 55.9% |
| Age | 28 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
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).
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams 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
Only Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)