Glen Ord 30 Year Old vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Glen Ord
★ 3.33
£197
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glen Ord 30 Year Old | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glen Ord | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 30 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £197.01 | £250 |
| Rating | 3.33/5 | 5.00/5 |
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 3.33).
Glen Ord 30 Year Old is better value at £197 vs £250.
For beginners: Glen Ord 30 Year Old is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glen Ord 30 Year Old
Pros
- +More affordable (£197.01 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (30 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (3.3 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 £197.01)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glen?
Glen Ord 30 Year Old 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 Ord 30 Year Old
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)