Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor)
Caperdonich
£200
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Caperdonich | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 40.3% | 56.5% |
| Age | 41 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor) is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (41 vs 12 years)
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Caperdonich?
Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Caperdonich 41 Year Old 1969 Cask 3254 - Rarest of the Rare (Duncan Taylor)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)