Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III vs Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Egan's
£177
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£140
| Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III | Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Egan's | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 57.4% |
| Age | 17 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £177.41 | £139.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £140 vs £177.
For beginners: Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£177.41 vs £139.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£139.95 vs £177.41)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Egan's?
Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III 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 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Egan's 17 Year Old Legacy Reserve III
Only Caol Ila 30 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)