Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Craigellachie
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Craigellachie | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53% | 56.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (53%) — may need water
- −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)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Craigellachie-Glenlivet?
Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead) 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 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 Craigellachie-Glenlivet 12 Year Old 2007 Sherry Cask (WM Cadenhead)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)