Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glengoyne
£225
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £225 vs £250.
For beginners: Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 £225)
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£225 vs £250)
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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glengoyne 10 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange