Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017
DistilleryLaphroaigLittlemill
RegionIslayLowland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%51.3%
Age32 yr27 yr
Price£1500£2245.5
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017

Smoke0/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

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 £2246.

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 affordable (£1500 vs £2245.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017

Pros

  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (51.3%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£2245.5 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 Littlemill?

Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017 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

SherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smokey

Only Littlemill 27 Year Old - Private Cellar Edition 2017

Tobacco

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