Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask
Bladnoch
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.4% | 56.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.4%) — 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 Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask 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 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 15 Year Old 2002 (cask 1022) - Palo Cortado Cask
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)