Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961
Canadian Club
£198
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Canadian Club | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Canada | Scotland |
| Type | Blended | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.4% | 56.5% |
| Age | 6 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £198 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961 is better value at £198 vs £250.
For beginners: Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961 is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961
Pros
- +More affordable (£198 vs £250)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 6 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £198)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Canadian?
Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended 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 Canadian Club 6 Year Old Whisky - 1961
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)