Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryHazelwoodLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£2500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £2500.

For beginners: Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£2500 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 £2500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Hazelwood?

Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch 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 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

Both taste of

Old Wood

Only Hazelwood Reserve / 90th Birthday Edition Blended Scotch Whisky

HoneyVanillaToastedNutty

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

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