Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask
Edradour
£179
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 52.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £250 | £179 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £179)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£179 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — 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 Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The 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 Edradour 13 Year Old 2003 (cask 266) Chardonnay Cask Matured - Straight From The Cask