The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£200
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Drinks by the Dram | Lagavulin |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.8% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
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 £199.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy The?
The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
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 The Premium Whisky Advent Calendar (2025 Edition)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)