Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£179
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 45.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £250 | £178.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £178.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£178.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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.
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)