Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi)
Adelphi
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Adelphi | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.9% | 56.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi)
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Breath?
Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi) 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.
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 Breath of Speyside 16 Year Old 1991 (Adelphi)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)