Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky
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
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky
Ledaig
£240
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Ledaig |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 55.9% | 40% |
| Age | 17 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £240 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky is better value at £240 vs £250.
For beginners: Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky is more approachable (60/100 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 £240)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£240 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 Ledaig?
Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Ledaig 2006 / 17 Year Old / The Seasons: Autumn / The Whisky Exchange Island Whisky