GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe
GlenAllachie
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | GlenAllachie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.7%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 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 £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy GlenAllachie?
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe 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 GlenAllachie 15 Year Old 2006 (cask 868) - Tawny Port Pipe
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)