Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Aultmore
£19
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25
| Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl | Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aultmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £18.65 | £24.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.83/5 |
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl is better value at £19 vs £25.
For beginners: Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£18.65 vs £24.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£24.99 vs £18.65)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aultmore?
Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Aultmore 9 Year Old Cigar Malt - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) 20cl
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl