Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

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

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single BarrelLaphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
DistilleryElmer T LeeLaphroaig
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%46.6%
AgeNAS32 yr
Price£1250£1500
Rating5.00/5

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel

Smoke0/100
Sweetness63/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel is better value at £1250 vs £1500.

For beginners: Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)

Cons

  • 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 widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • More expensive (£1500 vs £1250)

Who should buy Elmer?

Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for 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

Only Elmer T Lee 100 Year Tribute Single Barrel

VanillaToastedNew WoodChocolate

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeatheryOld Wood

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