Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter
Edradour
£195
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Edradour |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 58.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | 13 yr |
| Price | £250 | £195 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter is better value at £195 vs £250.
For beginners: Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter 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 £195)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter
Pros
- +More affordable (£195 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.2%) — 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 Edradour?
Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter 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 Edradour 13 Year Old 1991 Natural Cask Strength (cask 243) - Ibisco Decanter