Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay Whisky vs Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

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

Laphroaig 18 Year Old / Queen's Diamond Jubilee Edition Islay WhiskyGlenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish
DistilleryLaphroaigGlenglassaugh
RegionHighland
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%44.8%
AgeNAS33 yr
Price£500£334.62
Rating5.00/5

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

Smoke68/100
Sweetness50/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Smoke0/100
Sweetness54/100
Beginner60/100
Value15/100

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

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish is better value at £335 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 £334.62)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£334.62 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 Glenglassaugh?

Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish 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

Old WoodDried Fruit

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

SmokeyMedicinalLeathery

Only Glenglassaugh 33 Year Old 1978 - Madeira Style Wine Cask Finish

ToastedCooked FruitHoney

Explore more