Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Glengoyne
£1250
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glengoyne | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46.6% |
| Age | NAS | 32 yr |
| Price | £1250 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky is better value at £1250 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1250 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1250)
Who should buy Glengoyne?
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
Glengoyne 1969 / 27 Year Old / Sherry Cask Highland Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange