Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Aultmore
£182
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Aultmore |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 56.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 30 yr |
| Price | £250 | £181.82 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is better value at £182 vs £250.
For beginners: Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) is more approachable (35/100 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 £181.82)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)
Pros
- +More affordable (£181.82 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — 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 Aultmore?
Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór) 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 Aultmore 30 Year Old 1986 - A Rare Find (Gleann Mór)