Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Bruichladdich
£199
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Bruichladdich |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 61.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 is more approachable (25/100 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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 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
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Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019