Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
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 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Invergordon
£270
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Invergordon |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Grain |
| ABV | 55.9% | 42% |
| Age | 17 yr | 48 yr |
| Price | £250 | £270 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
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 £270.
For beginners: Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (70/100 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 £270)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (48 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£270 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 Invergordon?
Invergordon 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.) 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 48 Year Old 1972 (Thompson Bros.)