Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£179
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | That Boutique-y Whisky Company | Caol Ila |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.2% | 55.9% |
| Age | 26 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £178.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£178.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £178.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Blended?
Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.
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.
Tasting notes
Only Blended Whisky #3 26 Year Old - Batch 2 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)