Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask
Aberfeldy
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.5% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask 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 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 Aberfeldy 19 Year Old 1993 (cask 5604) - First Cask
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)