English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838)
The English Distillery
£190
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | The English Distillery | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | England | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.4% | 56.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £189.74 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838) is better value at £190 vs £250.
For beginners: English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838)
Pros
- +More affordable (£189.74 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.4%) — 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)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £189.74)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy English?
English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838) 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 English Whisky Co. Founders Private Cellar 10 Year Old 2007 (cask 838)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)