Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) vs Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig
£717
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£995
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Glengoyne |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.4% | 50.3% |
| Age | 25 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £717 | £995 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £717 vs £995.
For beginners: Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£717 vs £995)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (50.3%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£995 vs £717)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve 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 Laphroaig 25 Year Old 1997 (cask 17742) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Only Glengoyne 25 Year Old 1968 Vintage Reserve