Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Bruichladdich
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Lagavulin |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 61.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 13 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 is more approachable (25/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (13 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (61.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 13 Year Old 2005 Valinch - Fèis Ìle 2019 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
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