Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
The Macallan
£1796
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The Macallan | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.1% | 46.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1795.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
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 £1796.
For beginners: Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1795.95 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 £1795.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Macallan?
Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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
Both taste of
Only Macallan 30 Year Old - Forgotten Gems
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)