Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
GlenAllachie
★ 5.00
£235
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 57.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £299 | £235 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Quick verdict
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling is better value at £235 vs £299.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £235)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£235 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling 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.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Only GlenAllachie 28 Year Old 1989 (cask 986) - 50th Anniversary Bottling