Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition
DistilleryLaphroaigYamazaki
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandJapan
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%48%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness67/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition is better value at £1500 vs £1500.

For beginners: Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition 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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

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 Yamazaki?

Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SherriedOld Wood

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyDried FruitLeathery

Only Yamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask - 2020 Edition

Cooked FruitVanilla

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