Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022) vs The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey
DistilleryGlenmorangieSliabh Liag
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandIreland
TypeSingle MaltBlended
ABV43%46%
Age12 yrNAS
Price£49.95£37.95
Rating5.00/5

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness68/100
Beginner90/100
Value0/100

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Smoke64/100
Sweetness53/100
Beginner65/100
Value100/100

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey is better value at £38 vs £50.

For beginners: Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022) is more approachable (90/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)

Pros

  • +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • More expensive (£49.95 vs £37.95)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£37.95 vs £49.95)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.

Who should buy The?

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended character.

Tasting notes

Both taste of

Vanilla

Only Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)

SherriedDried FruitChocolate

Only The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

SmokeyFresh FruitToasted

Where to buy

Glenmorangie 12 Year Old - The Lasanta (Pre 2022)

The Legendary Silkie Irish Whiskey

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