Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Tormore
£347
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tormore | Caol Ila |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.1% | 55.9% |
| Age | 31 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £346.54 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is better value at £250 vs £347.
For beginners: Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£346.54 vs £250)
- −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 affordable (£250 vs £346.54)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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 Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)