Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky
Glenmorangie
£275
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenmorangie | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 57.7% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £275 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky is better value at £275 vs £299.
For beginners: Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky
Pros
- +Intense, complex peat smoke character
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +More affordable (£275 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
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 (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £275)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenmorangie?
Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky is for peat enthusiasts and experienced whisky lovers who appreciate bold, smoky, medicinal character. If you enjoy Ardbeg or Laphroaig, this is your dram. Not recommended for beginners.
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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
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Only Glenmorangie 10 Year Old / Cellar 13 Highland Whisky
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