Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017)Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryConvalmoreLaphroaig
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV48.2%46.6%
Age32 yr32 yr
Price£1100£1500
Rating5.00/5

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness66/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017) is better value at £1100 vs £1500.

For beginners: Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1100 vs £1500)

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1100)

Who should buy Convalmore?

Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017) 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 Laphroaig?

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Old WoodSherried

Only Convalmore 32 Year Old 1984 (Special Release 2017)

HoneyVanillaToasted

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyDried FruitLeathery

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