Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£195
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 55.9% |
| Age | 14 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £195 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
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).
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) is better value at £195 vs £250.
For beginners: Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£195 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £195)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) 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.
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 Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)