Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£180
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Glen Grant |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 62.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £250 | £179.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
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 £179.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) 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.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)