Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Bunnahabhain
£515
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
| Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) | Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bunnahabhain | Laphroaig |
| Region | Islay | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 44.1% | 48.9% |
| Age | 32 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £514.5 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £515.
For beginners: Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 25 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£514.5 vs £399)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£399 vs £514.5)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bunnahabhain?
Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) 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 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 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
Only Bunnahabhain 32 Year Old 1991 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)