Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old
Glenfiddich
£1539
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfiddich | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.6% | 46.6% |
| Age | 31 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1539 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1539.
For beginners: Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1539 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1539)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glenfiddich Grand Château 31 Year Old
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)