Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016 vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016
Aurelien Suenen
£210
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016 | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aurelien Suenen | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £210 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016
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).
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016 is better value at £210 vs £250.
For beginners: Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016
Pros
- +More affordable (£210 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 £210)
Who should buy Aurelien?
Aurelien Suenen La Cocluette Oiry Grand Cru 2016 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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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