Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
DistilleryGlen MorayLagavulin
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV51.8%57.7%
Age32 yr12 yr
Price£475.97£299
Rating5.00/5

Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness61/100
Beginner45/100
Value0/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary

Smoke68/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value17/100

Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is better value at £299 vs £476.

For beginners: Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).

Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (32 vs 12 years)

Cons

  • High ABV (51.8%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£475.97 vs £299)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£299 vs £475.97)

Cons

  • High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Glen?

Glen Moray 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (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 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 32 Year Old V.90 & V.91 - Whisky Sponge Edition No.99 (Decadent Drinks)

SherriedHoneyMalt ExtractOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary

SmokeyMedicinalOilyLeathery

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