Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box) vs Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box)
Laphroaig
£415
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£350
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box) | Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 43% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £415 | £350 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Quick verdict
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £350 vs £415.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£415 vs £350)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£350 vs £415)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) (without Presentation Box)
Only Pittyvaich 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna