Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Taylor's
£195
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Taylor's | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 55.9% |
| Age | NAS | 17 yr |
| Price | £195 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port
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).
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port is better value at £195 vs £250.
For beginners: Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£195 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 £195)
Who should buy Taylor's?
Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port 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
Only Taylor's 40 Year Old Tawny Port
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)