Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Bushmills
£250
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Irish | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £250 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £250.
For beginners: Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −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
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Irish character.
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 Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Bushmills 1608 / 400th Anniversary Blended Irish Whiskey
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange