Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight vs Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£62
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Glenmorangie
★ 3.88
£80
| Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight | Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Glenmorangie |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 46% |
| Age | 8 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £61.5 | £79.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 3.88/5 |
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Quick verdict
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.88).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight is better value at £62 vs £80.
For beginners: Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£61.5 vs £79.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 8 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£79.95 vs £61.5)
- −Lower community rating (3.9 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Bruichladdich?
Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight 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 Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Bruichladdich 8 Year Old - The Laddie Eight
Only Glenmorangie Lasanta 12 Year Old (46%)