Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryClynelishLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1750£1500
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke64/100
Sweetness30/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1750.

For beginners: Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • More expensive (£1750 vs £1500)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £1750)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland 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

Both taste of

LeatherySmokeyOld Wood

Only Clynelish 12 Year Old / Bot.1980s Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ToastedOily

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SherriedDried Fruit

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