Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s
Bladnoch
£195
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | 20 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £195 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s
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 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s is better value at £195 vs £250.
For beginners: Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£195 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (20 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −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 £195)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s 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 20 Year Old Distillery Label - 2000s
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)