Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s
Westertower Blending Company
£216
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Westertower Blending Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | The Netherlands | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £216 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s
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).
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s is better value at £216 vs £250.
For beginners: Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£216 vs £250)
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 £216)
Who should buy Westertower's?
Westertower's Always Mellow - 1960s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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
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