Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010
Glenkinchie
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenkinchie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Lowland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 60.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 15 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60.1%) — 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 Glenkinchie?
Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010 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 Glenkinchie 15 Year Old - The Manager's Dram 2010
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)