Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s
Lagavulin
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 45% | 46.6% |
| Age | 15 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 15 Year Old (White Horse Distillers) - 1980s suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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
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