Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Arran
£280
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Arran | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.9% | 57.7% |
| Age | 28 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £279.95 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is better value at £280 vs £299.
For beginners: Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Pros
- +More affordable (£279.95 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
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 (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £279.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Arran?
Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh 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.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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 Arran 28 Year Old - Woodrow's of Edinburgh
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary