Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition
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
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition
The Glenlivet
£309
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | The Glenlivet |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 59.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £250 | £309.07 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition
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 £309.
For beginners: Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£250 vs £309.07)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 16 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (59.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£309.07 vs £250)
- −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 The?
The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition 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)
Only The Glenlivet 16 Year Old Glencuie - Single Cask Edition