Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Imperial
£203
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Imperial |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 52.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £250 | £203.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7) is better value at £203 vs £250.
For beginners: Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7) 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £203.16)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)
Pros
- +More affordable (£203.16 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — 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 Imperial?
Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7) 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 Imperial 22 Year Old 1998 (cask 104355) - Monologue (Chapter 7)