Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old
Glenfarclas
★ 4.50
£399
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 57.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old 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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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 Glenfarclas 105 22 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary