Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s
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
Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s
Dallas Dhu
£299
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Dallas Dhu |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s
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 £299.
For beginners: Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s is more approachable (70/100 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 £299)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 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 Dallas?
Dallas Dhu 12 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
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