Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask
Pulteney
£279
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Pulteney |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 50.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 23 yr |
| Price | £250 | £278.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask
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 £279.
For beginners: Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask 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 £278.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask
Pros
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£278.95 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 Pulteney?
Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask 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 Pulteney 23 Year Old 2000 (Cask 100773) - The Single Cask