Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
Bimber
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bimber | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.3% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.3%) — 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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bimber?
Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist 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 Bimber Shoulders of Giants (cask 304/8) - Albert The Physicist
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)