Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) vs Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Glenmorangie
★ 3.88
£80
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
| Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) | Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 50% |
| Age | 12 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £79.95 | £61.5 |
| Rating | 3.88/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.88).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is better value at £62 vs £80.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £61.5)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.5 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Only Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight