Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Port Dundas
£1740
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Dundas | Laphroaig |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.9% | 46.6% |
| Age | 45 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1740 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
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 £1740.
For beginners: Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 32 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1740 vs £1500)
- −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 affordable (£1500 vs £1740)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Dundas 45 Year Old 1978 - Xtra Old Particular 75th Anniversary (Douglas Laing) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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
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