Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor)
Strathisla
£1329
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Strathisla | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.2% | 46.6% |
| Age | 45 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1329.25 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £1329 vs £1500.
For beginners: Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1329.25 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 32 years)
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
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1329.25)
Who should buy Strathisla?
Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor) 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 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
Only Strathisla 45 Year Old 1968 (cask 3357) - Tantalus (Duncan Taylor)
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)