Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
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
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Hibiki
£199
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Hibiki |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 55.9% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition is more approachable (85/100 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 £199)
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +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 Hibiki?
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Where to buy
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Hibiki Blossom Harmony 2022 - Second Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange