Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve CollectionLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryTeelingLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryIrelandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%46.6%
Age30 yr32 yr
Price£1600£1500
Rating5.00/5

Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection

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 £1600.

For beginners: Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

  • +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts

Cons

  • More expensive (£1600 vs £1500)
  • 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 affordable (£1500 vs £1600)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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

Only Teeling 30 Year Old 1987 - Vintage Reserve Collection

Malt ExtractFresh FruitCitricVanillaYeasty

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

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