Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Miltonduff
£2499
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Miltonduff | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.8% | 46.6% |
| Age | 40 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £2499 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2499.
For beginners: Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2499 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Mosstowie?
Mosstowie 40 Year Old 1979 (cask 20323) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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