Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
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
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Invergordon
£235
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50% |
| Age | 17 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £250 | £234.53 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £235 vs £250.
For beginners: Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 £234.53)
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +More affordable (£234.53 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 17 years)
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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Invergordon 40 Year Old 1974 (cask 10577) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)