Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Lagavulin
£199
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 60.2% |
| Age | 13 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £199 | £123.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £199.
For beginners: Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 8 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £123.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £199)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 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 Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)