Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Glenkinchie
£299
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Glenkinchie |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 50.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £250 | £299 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection is more approachable (45/100 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 affordable (£250 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Glenkinchie?
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection 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 Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange