Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe
Glencadam
£200
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glencadam | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60% | 56.5% |
| Age | 21 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £200.2 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - 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).
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe is better value at £200 vs £250.
For beginners: Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe
Pros
- +More affordable (£200.2 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (21 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — 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 £200.2)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glencadam?
Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - 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 Glencadam 21 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Port Pipe
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)