Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt
Karuizawa
£1999
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Karuizawa |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Japan |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40% |
| Age | 32 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1999 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt
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 £1999.
For beginners: Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt 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 £1999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999 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 Karuizawa?
Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Karuizawa 12 Year Old Pure Malt