Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
Bowmore
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.7% | 46.6% |
| Age | 29 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
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: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −High ABV (53.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 29 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series 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 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
Only Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Bowmore 29 Year Old - Timeless Series
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange