Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryGlen GrantLaphroaig
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV44.8%46.6%
Age46 yr32 yr
Price£2499.95£1500
Rating5.00/5

Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2500.

For beginners: Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (46 vs 32 years)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£2499.95 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £2499.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.

Who should buy Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried FruitOld Wood

Only Glen Grant 46 Year Old 1972 (cask 8240) - Exceptional Casks (Berry Bros. & Rudd)

ChocolateTobacco

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyLeathery

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