Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks
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
Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks
Springbank
£399
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 49.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £250 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks
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 £399.
For beginners: Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks 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 affordable (£250 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 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 Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 8 Year Old 2000 - Small Casks suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
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