Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
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
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Tormore
£199
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tormore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 48.2% |
| Age | 17 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams 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 £199)
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 17 years)
- +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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Tormore 28 Year Old 1988 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams