Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Glenburgie
£187
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenburgie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 23 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £186.91 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is better value at £187 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Pros
- +More affordable (£186.91 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (23 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.7%) — 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 £186.91)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenburgie?
Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) 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 Glenburgie 23 Year Old 2000 (cask 3644) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)