Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve
Amrut
£250
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Amrut | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | India | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 55.9% |
| Age | 8 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £249.53 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve
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).
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve is better value at £250 vs £250.
For beginners: Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£249.53 vs £250)
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)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £249.53)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Amrut?
Amrut Greedy Angels 8 Year Old - Chairman's Reserve suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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