Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Dufftown
£186
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Dufftown |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 53.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 33 yr |
| Price | £250 | £185.9 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is better value at £186 vs £250.
For beginners: Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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 £185.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +More affordable (£185.9 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — 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 Dufftown?
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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 Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)