Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
GlenAllachie
£200
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | GlenAllachie |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 55% |
| Age | 12 yr | 26 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling 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 £199.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling
Pros
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55%) — 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 GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling 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 GlenAllachie 26 Year Old 1991 (cask 100285) - 50th Anniversary Bottling