North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
North British
£187
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North British | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Grain | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57% | 56.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £187.16 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £187 vs £250.
For beginners: North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£187.16 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
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 (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £187.16)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy North?
North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr) 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 2017) 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.
Tasting notes
Only North British 22 Year Old 1995 (cask 51762) - Celebration of the Cask Black Gold (Càrn Mòr)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)