Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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
Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Clynelish
£270
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Clynelish |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 52.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £250 | £270 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
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 £270.
For beginners: Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (45/100 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 £270)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£270 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 Clynelish?
Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) 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 Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Clynelish 24 Year Old 1995 (cask 11234) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)