Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Aberlour
£350
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Aberlour |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 48.9% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
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 widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £350)
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£350 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −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 Aberlour?
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
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Where to buy
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Aberlour A'bunadh Batch 31 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange