Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Hakutsuru
£241
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Hakutsuru |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 55% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £241.18 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky is better value at £241 vs £299.
For beginners: Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
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 £241.18)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£241.18 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Tan?
Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky 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 Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Only Tan Cho Single Malt Japanese Whisky