Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar
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 Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar
Glen Keith
£205
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Keith |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 29 yr |
| Price | £250 | £205 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar is better value at £205 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar 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 widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £205)
Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar
Pros
- +More affordable (£205 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — may need water
- −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 Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar 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
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Glen Keith 29 Year Old 1993 (cask 8525) - The Whisky Cellar