Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress
Bimber
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.1%) — 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 Bimber?
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress 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 Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 442) - Marlene The Actress
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)