Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Glenkinchie
£299
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenkinchie | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50.6% | 56.5% |
| Age | 16 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Pros
- +Longer maturation (16 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 affordable (£250 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenkinchie?
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection 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 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Glenkinchie 16 Year Old - Four Corners of Scotland Collection
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange