Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old
Dewar's
£224
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Dewar's |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.7% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £299 | £224.3 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old is better value at £224 vs £299.
For beginners: Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old is more approachable (75/100 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 £224.3)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£224.3 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 12 years)
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 Dewar's?
Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old 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 Dewar's Double Double 32 Year Old