Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Aberfeldy
£197
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberfeldy | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 56.5% |
| Age | 29 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £196.62 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger is better value at £197 vs £250.
For beginners: Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£196.62 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 12 years)
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 £196.62)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aberfeldy?
Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger 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 Aberfeldy 29 Years Old 1991 (cask 7432) - The Artful Dodger
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)