Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Glenury
£1500
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenury | Laphroaig |
| Region | Highland | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 51.2% | 46.6% |
| Age | 36 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £1500.
For beginners: Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (36 vs 32 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (51.2%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenury?
Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005) 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
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Only Glenury Royal 36 Year Old 1968 (Special Release 2005)
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)