Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)

Pros

• +Better value for money
• +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
• +More affordable (£123.95 vs £155)
• +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

• −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
• −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

Pros

• +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
• +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
• +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

• −High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
• −More expensive (£155 vs £123.95)
• −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Tormore?

Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024) 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.