Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - 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
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Glen Grant
£182
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Grant |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 49.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £250 | £182 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is better value at £182 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is more approachable (55/100 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 £182)
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
Pros
- +More affordable (£182 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 Glen?
Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Glen Grant 27 Year Old 1995 (casks 88229 & 88235) - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)