Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) vs Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Glen Grant
£21
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Laphroaig
★ 4.83
£25
| Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) | Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Laphroaig |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 12 yr | 10 yr |
| Price | £20.59 | £24.99 |
| Rating | — | 4.83/5 |
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl is rated higher (4.83 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is better value at £21 vs £25.
For beginners: Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£20.59 vs £24.99)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
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 £20.59)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside 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 Glen Grant 12 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Douglas Laing)
Only Laphroaig 10 Year Old 35cl