Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Tesseron XO Passion
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
Tesseron XO Passion
Tesseron
£200
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Tesseron XO Passion | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tesseron |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tesseron XO Passion
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tesseron XO Passion
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tesseron XO Passion is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Tesseron XO Passion is more approachable (70/100 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 £200)
Tesseron XO Passion
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£200 vs £250)
- +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 Tesseron?
Tesseron XO Passion suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Tesseron XO Passion