MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Gordon & MacPhail
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Gordon & MacPhail | Laphroaig |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | 50 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
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 £1500.
For beginners: MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy MacPhail's?
MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch 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 MacPhail's 50 Year Old (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)