Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryBruichladdichLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £1500.

For beginners: Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Bruichladdich?

Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Old Wood

Only Bruichladdich 1968 / 35 Year Old / Legacy 3 Islay Whisky

HoneyVanillaNuttyToasted

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

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