Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - 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
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Highland Park
£186
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Highland Park |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 51.9% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £250 | £186.48 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) is better value at £186 vs £250.
For beginners: Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 £186.48)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)
Pros
- +More affordable (£186.48 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.9%) — 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 Highland?
Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr) 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 Highland Park 1995 19 Year Old (cask 2475) - Celebration of the Cask (Càrn Mòr)