Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive
Edradour
£200
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 18 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive
Pros
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.2%) — 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 £199.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive 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 Edradour 18 Year Old 1998 (cask 2026) - Velier 70th Anniversary Exclusive
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)