Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky vs Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky
Laphroaig
£500

Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Tomatin
★ 5.00
£494
| Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky | Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Tomatin |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 36 yr |
| Price | £500 | £494.02 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Quick verdict
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 is better value at £494 vs £500.
For beginners: Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£500 vs £494.02)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£494.02 vs £500)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay 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 Tomatin?
Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky
Only Tomatin 36 Year Old 1977 - Batch 1