Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)
Caol Ila
£1295
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Caol Ila |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 51.8% |
| Age | 32 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1295 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing) is better value at £1295 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
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1295)
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1295 vs £1500)
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 32 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
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 Caol?
Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing) 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 Caol Ila 40 Year Old - The Kinship (Hunter Laing)