Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

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

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended RumLagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
DistilleryFoursquareLagavulin
RegionIslay
CountryUnited KingdomScotland
TypeSingle Malt
ABV40%56.5%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£195£250
Rating5.00/5

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Smoke52/100
Sweetness48/100
Beginner60/100
Value0/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value20/100

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is better value at £195 vs £250.

For beginners: Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +More affordable (£195 vs £250)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

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 £195)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Foursquare?

Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

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 Foursquare Isonomy 17 Year Old Single Traditional Blended Rum

VanillaFresh FruitRubberyToastedNutty

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

SmokeyMedicinalOilyKippery

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