Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£760
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £760 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £760.
For beginners: Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£760 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £760)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 2001 / Over 20 Year Old / Artist #11 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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