Paul John Mithuna vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Paul John Mithuna
Paul John
★ 4.00
£225
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Paul John Mithuna | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Paul John | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £224.99 | £250 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Paul John Mithuna
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Paul John Mithuna
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 4.00).
Paul John Mithuna is better value at £225 vs £250.
For beginners: Paul John Mithuna is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Paul John Mithuna
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£224.99 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.0 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 £224.99)
Who should buy Paul?
Paul John Mithuna 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
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