Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Dalmore
£185
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 24 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £184.63 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is better value at £185 vs £250.
For beginners: Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£184.63 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 £184.63)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Dalmore 24 Year Old 1989 (cask 7631) - Mackillop's Choice (bottled 2014)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)