Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
That Boutique-y Whisky Company
£221
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | That Boutique-y Whisky Company |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 50.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £250 | £220.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £221 vs £250.
For beginners: Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 16 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £220.95)
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£220.95 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — 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 Irish?
Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 Irish Single Malt #2 16 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)