AE Dor No.11 Cognac vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

AE Dor No.11 CognacLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryAE DorLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1550£1500
Rating5.00/5

AE Dor No.11 Cognac

Smoke0/100
Sweetness57/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

AE Dor No.11 Cognac

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1550.

For beginners: AE Dor No.11 Cognac is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

AE Dor No.11 Cognac

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£1550 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £1550)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy AE?

AE Dor No.11 Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Old WoodDried Fruit

Only AE Dor No.11 Cognac

VanillaToasted

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedLeathery

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