Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Glen Keith
£180
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Keith | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.1% | 55.9% |
| Age | 28 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £179.64 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
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).
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£179.64 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 £179.64)
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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
Both taste of
Only Glen Keith 28 Year Old 1988 (cask 26689) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)