Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Caperdonich
£204
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.5% | 56.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £204.16 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single is better value at £204 vs £250.
For beginners: Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£204.16 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £204.16)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Caperdonich 21 Year Old 1992 (cask 46220) - The Duncan Taylor Single
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)