Port Askaig 45 Year Old vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Port Askaig 45 Year Old | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Port Askaig | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.8% | 46.6% |
| Age | 45 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1891.25 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Port Askaig 45 Year Old
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Port Askaig 45 Year Old
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 £1891.
For beginners: Port Askaig 45 Year Old is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Port Askaig 45 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (45 vs 32 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1891.25 vs £1500)
- −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)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1891.25)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Port?
Port Askaig 45 Year Old 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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Only Port Askaig 45 Year Old
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