Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges vs Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Hanyu
£2250
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
| Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges | Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hanyu | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Japan | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 58.4% | 46.6% |
| Age | 22 yr | 32 yr |
| Price | £2250 | £1500 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
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 £2250.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (58.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£2250 vs £1500)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£1500 vs £2250)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Hanyu?
Hanyu 22 Year Old 1986 (Cask 2812) - Part des Anges 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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