Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) vs Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Midleton
★ 5.00
£300
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Lagavulin
£356
| Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) | Lagavulin 20 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Midleton | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Pot Still | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.2% | 48.1% |
| Age | NAS | 20 yr |
| Price | £300 | £355.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Quick verdict
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) is better value at £300 vs £356.
For beginners: Lagavulin 20 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£300 vs £355.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£355.95 vs £300)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Midleton?
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection) 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 20 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Only Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Where to buy
Midleton Dair Ghaelach - Grinsell's Wood Tree 9 (Virgin Irish Oak Collection)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 20 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange