Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

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

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010sLagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)
DistilleryLoch LomondLagavulin
RegionHighlandIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%57.4%
Age15 yr12 yr
Price£99.95£155
Rating5.00/5

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Smoke0/100
Sweetness59/100
Beginner65/100
Value50/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

Smoke68/100
Sweetness40/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is better value at £100 vs £155.

For beginners: Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£99.95 vs £155)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (57.4%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£155 vs £99.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Inchmurrin?

Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s 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 Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024) 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

Both taste of

Fresh Fruit

Only Inchmurrin 15 Year Old - 2010s

VanillaHoneyToastedMalt Extract

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2024)

SmokeyOilyMedicinal

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