Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£221
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.2% | 55.9% |
| Age | 16 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £220.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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).
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £221 vs £250.
For beginners: Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£220.95 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — 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 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £220.95)
Who should buy Irish?
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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
Both taste of
Only Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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