Loch Lomond 25 Year Old vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Loch Lomond
£317
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Loch Lomond 25 Year Old | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Loch Lomond | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.5% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £316.5 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £317.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 25 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Pros
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£316.5 vs £250)
- −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 affordable (£250 vs £316.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Loch?
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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 Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Loch Lomond 25 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange