The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

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

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)
DistilleryGlenturretLagavulin
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV50%56.4%
Age10 yr12 yr
Price£48.42£47.95
Rating5.00/5

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Smoke63/100
Sweetness70/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) is better value at £48 vs £48.

For beginners: The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • More expensive (£48.42 vs £47.95)

Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +More affordable (£47.95 vs £48.42)
  • +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (56.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy The?

The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release) 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 Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023) 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.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeyVanilla

Only The Glenturret 10 Year Old Peat Smoked (2021 Release)

ToastedHoney

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old 20cl (Special Release 2023)

Coal-gasDried Fruit

Where to buy

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