Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Glen Moray
★ 4.50
£230
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43% | 57.7% |
| Age | 25 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £229.74 | £299 |
| Rating | 4.50/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.50).
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is better value at £230 vs £299.
For beginners: Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£229.74 vs £299)
- +Longer maturation (25 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (4.5 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £229.74)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish 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 Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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 Moray 25 Year Old 1988 Port Cask Finish
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary