Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1 vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1
Edradour
£1200
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1 | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Edradour | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.6% | 46.6% |
| Age | 35 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1199.95 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1 is better value at £1200 vs £1500.
For beginners: Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1 is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1
Pros
- +More affordable (£1199.95 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1199.95)
Who should buy Edradour?
Edradour 35 Year Old 1989 (cask 355) - Enigma No. 1 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.
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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