Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£365
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 55.9% |
| Age | 22 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £364.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks)
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).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is better value at £250 vs £365.
For beginners: Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£364.95 vs £250)
- −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 affordable (£250 vs £364.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Kildalton?
Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks) 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 Kildalton 22 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Twenty (Decadent Drinks)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)