Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Overeem | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Australia | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £259.1 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £259.
For beginners: Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£259.1 vs £250)
- −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
- +More affordable (£250 vs £259.1)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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 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 Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange