Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
Glen Elgin
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Elgin | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
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
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky 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 Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)