Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Auchentoshan
£275
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Auchentoshan |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 53.7% |
| Age | 12 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £250 | £274.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
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 £275.
For beginners: Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) 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 affordable (£250 vs £274.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£274.99 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 Auchentoshan?
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor) 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 Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Auchentoshan 21 Year Old 2002 (cask 3512062) - (Duncan Taylor)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange