Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Glenfarclas
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenfarclas | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 56.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — 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 Glenfarclas?
Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s 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 Glenfarclas 104 Proof 12 Year Old - 1980s
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