Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Knockando
£200
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Knockando |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 59% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 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 £200)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012
Pros
- +More affordable (£200 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (59%) — 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 Knockando?
Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012 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 Knockando 12 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2012