Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Clement
£192
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Clement |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 56.5% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £192 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum is better value at £192 vs £250.
For beginners: Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum is more approachable (40/100 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 £192)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +More affordable (£192 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Challenging for beginners — intense and polarising
- −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 Clement?
Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Tasting notes
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Only Clement Rhum 2002 Vintage Single Traditional Column Still Rum