Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018
Mannochmore
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Mannochmore | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58% | 56.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018 is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (58%) — may need water
- −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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
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 Mannochmore?
Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018 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 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 Mannochmore 10 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2018
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)