Talisker 30 Year Old vs Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
| Talisker 30 Year Old | Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Talisker | Lagavulin |
| Region | Island | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.5% | 57.1% |
| Age | 30 yr | 11 yr |
| Price | £829.95 | £599 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Talisker 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Talisker 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Quick verdict
Talisker 30 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 is better value at £599 vs £830.
For beginners: Talisker 30 Year Old is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Talisker 30 Year Old
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 11 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£829.95 vs £599)
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£599 vs £829.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Talisker?
Talisker 30 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Island character.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013 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 Talisker 30 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Where to buy
Talisker 30 Year Old
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 11 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2013
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange