Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 vs Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky
DistilleryGlenfiddichLagavulin
RegionSpeysideIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV43%52%
Age30 yr22 yr
Price£799£1100
Rating5.00/5

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Smoke0/100
Sweetness71/100
Beginner85/100
Value6/100

Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky

Smoke66/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner30/100
Value0/100

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is better value at £799 vs £1100.

For beginners: Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is more approachable (85/100 beginner score).

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (52%) — may need water
  • More expensive (£1100 vs £799)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Glenfiddich?

Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014 is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky 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 Glenfiddich 30 Year Old - Pre 2014

SherriedVanillaHoneyOld WoodDried Fruit

Only Lagavulin 22 Year Old 2000 - My Name is Whisky

SmokeyMedicinalOilyCoal-gasKippery

Where to buy

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