Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1
Bruichladdich
★ 4.00
£395
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Lagavulin |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.1% | 57.7% |
| Age | 29 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £394.99 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1
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 4.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is better value at £299 vs £395.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1
Pros
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£394.99 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (4.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £394.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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 Bruichladdich 29 Year Old - Black Art 10.1
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary