Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015
Auchroisk
£199
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Auchroisk |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 55.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 16 yr |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015 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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.6%) — 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 Auchroisk?
Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015 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 Auchroisk 16 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2015