Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Glen Moray
£353
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £352.99 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £353.
For beginners: Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Pros
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (50.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£352.99 vs £250)
- −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 affordable (£250 vs £352.99)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits 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.
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 Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Glen Moray 30 Year Old 1991 (cask GLM9122) - Hidden Spirits
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange