Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Bushmills
£399
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Bushmills |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 51.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £399.
For beginners: Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel is more approachable (60/100 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 affordable (£250 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £250)
- −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 Bushmills?
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Bushmills 1982 (cask 18372) - Millennium Single Barrel
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange