Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Decadent Drinks
£238
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Decadent Drinks | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 57.7% |
| Age | 29 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £237.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
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 0.00).
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is better value at £238 vs £299.
For beginners: Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£237.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (29 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £237.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Sideburn?
Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Sideburn 29 Year Old - Decadent Drams (Decadent Drinks)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary