Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection
DistilleryLaphroaigTeeling
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle MaltIrish
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1975
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection

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 £1975.

For beginners: Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

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 £1975)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£1975 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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.

Who should buy Teeling?

Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedDried Fruit

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyLeatheryOld Wood

Only Teeling Whiskey 1989 / 32 Year Old / Vintage Reserve Collection

HoneyChocolateNutty

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