Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky

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

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky
DistilleryLaphroaigArdbeg
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV46.6%40%
Age32 yrNAS
Price£1500£2250
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness58/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky

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 £2250.

For beginners: Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 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 £2250)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£2250 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 Ardbeg?

Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

SmokeySherriedLeathery

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Dried FruitOld Wood

Only Ardbeg 2000 / 21 Year Old / Private Oloroso Cask 1565 Islay Whisky

HoneyNutty

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