Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Bushmills
£250
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £249.99 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection is better value at £250 vs £250.
For beginners: Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Pros
- +More affordable (£249.99 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.1%) — may need water
- −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
- −More expensive (£250 vs £249.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection 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
Only Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Bushmills 2000 (bottled 2021) Port Cask Finish - The Causeway Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange