Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Coleburn
£2499
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Coleburn | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.4% | 46.6% |
| Age | 47 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £2499 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
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 £2499.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary
Pros
- +Longer maturation (47 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (62.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2499 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 £2499)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Coleburn?
Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 (cask 3511) - Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary 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.
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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