Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask
Glenfarclas
£222
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.8% | 57.7% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £221.81 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask
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).
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask is better value at £222 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£221.81 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.8%) — 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 £221.81)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask 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 Glenfarclas 22 Year Old 1991 (cask 5691) Family Cask
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary