Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory
Glenturret
£400
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Lagavulin |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 53.1% | 56.5% |
| Age | 22 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £399.95 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory
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 £400.
For beginners: Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory
Pros
- +Longer maturation (22 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (53.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399.95 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 £399.95)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory 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 Glenturret 22 Year Old 1975 (cask 761) - Signatory
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)