Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008
Glen Spey
£199
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Glen Spey |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 53.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008 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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.5%) — 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 Glen?
Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008 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 Glen Spey 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2008