Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl)
Springbank
£199
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Springbank | Lagavulin |
| Region | Campbeltown | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 49.2% | 56.5% |
| Age | 19 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £199 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl)
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 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl) is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Hazelburn 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
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)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
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 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl) 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 19 Year Old - Open Day 2025 (35cl)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)