Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Springbank
★ 5.00
£2000
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Laphroaig |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45.6% | 46.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1999.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2000.
For beginners: Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999.95 vs £1500)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1999.95)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 30 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Springbank?
Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Campbeltown character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Springbank 30 Year Old 1965 - Lost Bottlings Series (Master of Malt)
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)