Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky vs Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Lagavulin
£199
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Banff
★ 5.00
£265
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky | Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Banff |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 41.8% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £199 | £265.32 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Quick verdict
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky is better value at £199 vs £265.
For beginners: Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £265.32)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£265.32 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release 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 Banff?
Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Only Banff 36 Year Old 1975 - Old and Rare (Douglas Laing)