Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Tobermory
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Tobermory | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.6% | 56.5% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is more approachable (20/100 beginner score).
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Ledaig?
Ledaig 19 Year Old 1995 (cask 42.15) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) 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
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