Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon vs Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon
Bruichladdich
£199
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon | Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 55.9% |
| Age | 14 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon
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).
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +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)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 14 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay 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
Both taste of
Only Bruichladdich 14 Year Old - Links Series Royal Troon
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)