Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 vs Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Lagavulin
£199
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Rosebank
★ 5.00
£174
| Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021 | Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Rosebank |
| Region | — | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.1% | 61.4% |
| Age | 13 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £199 | £173.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Lagavulin 13 Year Old - Fèis Ìle 2021
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Quick verdict
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) is better value at £174 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
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£199 vs £173.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£173.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 13 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (61.4%) — 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007) 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 Rosebank 25 Year Old 1981 (Special Release 2007)