Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Glenury
£1500
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Glenury |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 51.2% |
| Age | 32 yr | 36 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −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 Glenury?
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) 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.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)