Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 vs Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

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

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition
DistilleryLagavulinGlenmorangie
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV55.4%46%
Age14 yr15 yr
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £399.

For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 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 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

SmokeyCooked FruitLeathery

Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

VanillaOld Wood

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