Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands
Bowmore
£1999
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bowmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.6% | 46.6% |
| Age | 35 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1999 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1999.
For beginners: Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (35 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1999 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £1999)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bowmore?
Bowmore 35 Year Old 1968 - Jim McEwan's Celtic Heartlands suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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