Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal vs Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Johnnie Walker
★ 5.00
£399
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Laphroaig
£313
| Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal | Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Johnnie Walker | Laphroaig |
| Region | Other Scotch | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.8% | 50.6% |
| Age | NAS | 18 yr |
| Price | £399 | £312.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) is better value at £313 vs £399.
For beginners: Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £312.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£312.95 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Johnnie?
Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Other Scotch character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Johnnie Walker Blue Label - Ghost & Rare Glenury Royal
Only Laphroaig 18 Year Old 2005 - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)