Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum
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
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum
Foursquare
£225
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Foursquare |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £225 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £225 vs £250.
For beginners: Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £225)
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£225 vs £250)
Cons
- −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 Foursquare?
Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Foursquare Sagacity Single Traditional Blended Rum