Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Fettercairn
£20
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25
| Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) | Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Fettercairn | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 18 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £20.03 | £24.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.83/5 |
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is better value at £20 vs £25.
For beginners: Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.03 vs £24.99)
- +Longer maturation (18 vs 10 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.8)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.8/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£24.99 vs £20.03)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Fettercairn?
Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) 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 10 Year Old 35cl 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 Fettercairn 18 Year Old 1995 (cask 10839) - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl