Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl
Bimber
£240
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Bimber |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £239.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl is better value at £240 vs £299.
For beginners: Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl is more approachable (85/100 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 £239.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£239.99 vs £299)
Cons
- −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 Bimber?
Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Only Bimber Coronation of King Charles III (Bottled 2023), 70cl