Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022) vs Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old
DistilleryLagavulinSamuel Gulliver & Co
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandEngland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV57.3%47%
Age12 yr10 yr
Price£150£92.95
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value0/100

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner50/100
Value54/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is better value at £93 vs £150.

For beginners: Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • High ABV (57.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£150 vs £92.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£92.95 vs £150)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022) 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 Gulliver’s?

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Smokey

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

MedicinalNew WoodCoal-gas

Only Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

Cooked FruitToasted

Where to buy

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2022)

Gulliver’s 47 10 Year Old

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