Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Bunnahabhain
£2187
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 41.8% | 46.6% |
| Age | 50 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £2186.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
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 £2187.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£2186.95 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2186.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 50 Year Old 1968 (cask 12397) - 30th Anniversary Gift Box (Signatory) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
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
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