Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Dalmore
£1750
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dalmore | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 42% | 46.6% |
| Age | 30 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1750 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
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 £1750.
For beginners: Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1750 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £1750)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 30 Year Old 1973 Gonzalez Byass Sherry Cask Finish suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
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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