Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Bladnoch
£209
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bladnoch | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 26 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £209.23 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
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 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is better value at £209 vs £250.
For beginners: Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£209.23 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (26 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.7%) — 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 £209.23)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bladnoch?
Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams 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 Bladnoch 26 Year Old 1990 - The Nectar of the Daily Drams
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)