Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
GlenAllachie
£180
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £180 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£180 vs £250)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £180)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenallachie?
Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Glenallachie 2007 / 18 Year Old / New Oak / Exclusive to the Whisky Exchange Speyside Whisky
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)