Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter 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
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Tormore
£347
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tormore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 49.1% |
| Age | 17 yr | 31 yr |
| Price | £250 | £346.54 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
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 £347.
For beginners: Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter 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 affordable (£250 vs £346.54)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (55.9%) — may need water
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 17 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£346.54 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 Tormore?
Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Only Tormore 31 Year Old 1988 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)