Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition vs Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

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

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private EditionLagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022
DistilleryGlenmorangieLagavulin
RegionHighland
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46%55.4%
Age15 yr14 yr
Price£399£399
Rating5.00/5

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Smoke0/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value13/100

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

Smoke64/100
Sweetness47/100
Beginner25/100
Value0/100

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 is better value at £399 vs £399.

For beginners: Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

Pros

  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +Longer maturation (15 vs 14 years)
  • +More widely reviewed by the community

Cons

  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming

Cons

  • High ABV (55.4%) — may need water
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)

Who should buy Glenmorangie?

Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.

Who should buy Lagavulin?

Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022 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

Both taste of

SherriedToasted

Only Glenmorangie Artein 15 Year Old Private Edition

VanillaOld Wood

Only Lagavulin 14 Year Old - Islay Jazz Festival 2022

SmokeyCooked FruitLeathery

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