Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Lagavulin
£500
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Glenmorangie
★ 5.00
£399
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky | Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Glenmorangie |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 15 yr |
| Price | £500 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Quick verdict
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is better value at £399 vs £500.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Bot.2003 / 3rd Release Islay Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange