Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky vs Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Lagavulin
£1100
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
| Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky | Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Ardbeg |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 48.1% |
| Age | 22 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £1100 | £724.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £1100.
For beginners: Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (40/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£1100 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £1100)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky 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 Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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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Only Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Where to buy
Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange