Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Dufftown
£186
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Dufftown | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.6% | 56.5% |
| Age | 33 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £185.9 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is better value at £186 vs £250.
For beginners: Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Pros
- +More affordable (£185.9 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (33 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.6%) — 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 £185.9)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Dufftown?
Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray) 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 Dufftown 33 Year Old 1982 (cask 18583) - Vintage Cask Collection (A.D. Rattray)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)