Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s
Springbank
£1995
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 46.6% |
| Age | 21 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1995 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
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 £1995.
For beginners: Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1995 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £1995)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
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Only Springbank 21 Year Old (Hedley G. Wright) - 1990s
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)