Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
Glen Moray
£337
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Moray | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.5% | 56.5% |
| Age | 31 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £336.5 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
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 £337.
For beginners: Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£336.5 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 £336.5)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks) 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 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Glen Moray 31 Year Old - Whiskyland Chapter Seventeen (Decadent Drinks)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange