Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) vs Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (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
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Tullibardine
£188
| Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) | Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Tullibardine |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 55.9% | 48.8% |
| Age | 17 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £250 | £188.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Quick verdict
Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £188 vs £250.
For beginners: Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) 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 £188.18)
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +More affordable (£188.18 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 17 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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 Tullibardine?
Tullibardine 28 Year Old 1993 (Thompson Bros.) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Caol Ila 17 Year Old 1997 Unpeated (Special Release 2015)
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