Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection
Boondocks
£187
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Boondocks |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 56.5% | 52.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £187 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection is better value at £187 vs £250.
For beginners: Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection is more approachable (60/100 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 £187)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£187 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.7%) — 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 Boondocks?
Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection 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 Boondocks 18 Year Old Cask Strength - Signature Selection