Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013
Springbank
£181
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Springbank |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 59% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £250 | £180.83 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013 is better value at £181 vs £250.
For beginners: Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013 is more approachable (35/100 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £180.83)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013
Pros
- +More affordable (£180.83 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — 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 Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013 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 Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2003 - Open Day 2013