Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Benriach
£187
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Benriach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 49.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £250 | £187.16 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £187 vs £250.
For beginners: Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) is more approachable (55/100 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 £187.16)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£187.16 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −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 Benriach?
Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Benriach 27 Year Old 1990 (cask 2640) - Celebration Of The Cask (Càrn Mòr)