Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Glenfiddich
★ 5.00
£499
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Glenfiddich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £399 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 21 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Glenfiddich?
Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Only Glenfiddich 21 Year Old - Havana Reserve