Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Bushmills
£500
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
| Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bushmills | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.3% | 48.9% |
| Age | 32 yr | 25 yr |
| Price | £499.95 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
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 £500.
For beginners: Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£499.95 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 £499.95)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bushmills?
Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt 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 Bushmills 32 Year Old 1991 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)