Glengoyne 30 Year Old vs Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Glengoyne
★ 5.00
£895
Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020
Lagavulin
£1200
| Glengoyne 30 Year Old | Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.8% | 52.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 22 yr |
| Price | £894.99 | £1200 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020
Quick verdict
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 30 Year Old is better value at £895 vs £1200.
For beginners: Glengoyne 30 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1200 vs £894.99)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 30 Year Old suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020 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
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 30 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 22 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2020