Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) vs Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Glengoyne
£150
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Laphroaig
★ 4.91
£199
| Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 43% |
| Age | 17 yr | 15 yr |
| Price | £149.95 | £199 |
| Rating | — | 4.91/5 |
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) is rated higher (4.91 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £150 vs £199.
For beginners: Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£149.95 vs £199)
- +Longer maturation (17 vs 15 years)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.9)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.9/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £149.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Only Glengoyne 17 Year Old 2001 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Only Laphroaig 15 Year Old (200th Anniversary Edition)