Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Glen Grant
£180
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Grant | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 62.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £179.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is better value at £180 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) is more approachable (50/100 beginner score).
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£179.95 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (62.1%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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 £179.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Glen Grant 22 Year Old (Adelphi)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)