Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Ardmore
£180
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardmore | Caol Ila |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | 25 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £179.5 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland
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).
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +More affordable (£179.5 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.5%) — 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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £179.5)
Who should buy Ardmore?
Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland 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 Ardmore 25 Year Old 1998 (cask 750772) - The Single Malts of Scotland
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)