Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask 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
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Tobermory
£220
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 46.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £250 | £220.19 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is better value at £220 vs £250.
For beginners: Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) is more approachable (55/100 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 £220.19)
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£220.19 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 17 years)
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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Tobermory 28 Year Old 1995 (cask 1662) - Fragrant Drops (Keeble Cask Company)