Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
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 Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Glen Moray
£179
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Glen Moray |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 54.7% |
| Age | 17 yr | 17 yr |
| Price | £250 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 £179)
Glen Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +More affordable (£179 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.7%) — 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 Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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 Moray 17 Year Old 2006 (cask 35.383) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)