Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£191
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 57.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £250 | £191.2 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is better value at £191 vs £250.
For beginners: Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £191.2)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£191.2 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing) 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 Mortlach 22 Year Old 1992 (cask 10587) - Xtra Old Particular (Douglas Laing)