Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch 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
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Glenlivet
£250
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Glenlivet |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 57.7% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 £250)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£250 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 Glenlivet?
Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 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 Glenlivet 18 Year Old / Bot.1990s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky