Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Bladnoch
★ 4.50
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 56.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
- +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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Lowland character.
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 Bladnoch 10 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)