Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (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.
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Bruichladdich
£180
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Caol Ila
★ 5.00
£250
| Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | 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 | 47.5% | 55.9% |
| Age | 27 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (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).
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 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 £179.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (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 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
Only Bruichladdich 27 Year Old - Batch 13 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)