Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Glentauchers
£185
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glentauchers | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £185 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron) is better value at £185 vs £250.
For beginners: Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£185 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 £185)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glentauchers?
Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron) 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 Glentauchers 22 Year Old 1997 (cask 3884) - Renaissance Collection (The Whisky Baron)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)