Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum
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
Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum
Telmont
£321
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Telmont |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £321 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is better value at £250 vs £321.
For beginners: Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£250 vs £321)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£321 vs £250)
- −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 Champagne?
Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum 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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Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Champagne Telmont Blanc de Blancs 2012 / Magnum