Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011
Springbank
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011 | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 50% | 56.5% |
| Age | 10 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011 is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (12 vs 10 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Hazelburn?
Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011 suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
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 Hazelburn 10 Year Old 2001 - Open Day 2011
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)