Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Hampden
£1895
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hampden | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1895 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams
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 £1895.
For beginners: Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1895 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 £1895)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hampden?
Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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
Only Hampden 1983 HGML / 41 Year Old / The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)