Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013 vs Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013
Laphroaig
★ 4.00
£299
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
| Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013 | Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Johnnie Walker |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 48% | 43.8% |
| Age | 18 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.00).
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013 is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 18 Year Old - Pre 2013
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal