GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025)
GlenAllachie
£179
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.6% | 56.5% |
| Age | 11 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £179 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025) is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£179 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.6%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £179)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 GlenAllachie 11 Years Old 2013 (cask 9322) - PX Hogshead (Spirit of Speyside Festival 2025)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)