Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Coleburn
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Coleburn | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
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: Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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 Coleburn?
Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside 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
Only Coleburn 1972 / 40 Year Old / Rare Old / Gordon & MacPhail Speyside Whisky
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)