Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky
Glenlossie
£188
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenlossie | Lagavulin |
| Region | Speyside | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 27 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £187.98 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky is better value at £188 vs £250.
For beginners: Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky
Pros
- +More affordable (£187.98 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — 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 £187.98)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenlossie?
Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton 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.
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 Glenlossie 27 Year Old 1992 - Chorlton Whisky
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)