Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Thompson Bros.
£180
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Thompson Bros. | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52.5% | 56.5% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (52.5%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £179.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Aldunie?
Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.) 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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 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
Only Aldunie Blended Whisky 27 Year Old 1998 (Thompson Bros.)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)