Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryRosebankLaphroaig
RegionLowlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.5%46.6%
Age26 yr32 yr
Price£1399.95£1500
Rating5.00/5

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness45/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1400 vs £1500.

For beginners: Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Pros

  • +More affordable (£1399.95 vs £1500)

Cons

  • 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)
  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 26 years)

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1399.95)

Who should buy Rosebank?

Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland 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

Only Rosebank 26 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)

Fresh FruitFragantHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

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