Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Bollinger
£1075
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Bollinger |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40% |
| Age | 32 yr | NAS |
| Price | £1500 | £1075 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne is better value at £1075 vs £1500.
For beginners: Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne 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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1075)
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1075 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −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 Bollinger?
Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Bollinger La Côte aux Enfants 2013 Champagne