Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland WhiskyLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryClynelishLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1500£1500
Rating5.00/5

Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland 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 £1500.

For beginners: Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

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

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Clynelish?

Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland 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

SherriedOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Clynelish 1996 / 26 Year Old / Prima & Ultima 4 Highland Whisky

TobaccoToasted

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeyLeathery

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