Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Chichibu London Edition 2024
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
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Ichiro
£210
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Chichibu London Edition 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Ichiro |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50.5% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £209.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chichibu London Edition 2024 is better value at £210 vs £250.
For beginners: Chichibu London Edition 2024 is more approachable (45/100 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 £209.95)
Chichibu London Edition 2024
Pros
- +More affordable (£209.95 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −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 Chichibu?
Chichibu London Edition 2024 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 Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
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