Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) vs Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Lagavulin
£132
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£85
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) | Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 59.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 7 yr |
| Price | £131.5 | £84.9 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is better value at £85 vs £132.
For beginners: Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old is more approachable (30/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 7 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£131.5 vs £84.9)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£84.9 vs £131.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (59.2%) — may need water
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025) 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.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old 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
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Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2025)
Only Port Charlotte MRC:01 7 Year Old