Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Caol Ila
£1250
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caol Ila | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1250 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is better value at £1250 vs £1500.
For beginners: Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 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 (£1500 vs £1250)
Who should buy Caol?
Caol Ila 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Islay 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.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 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
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