Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Inchgower
£299
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Inchgower | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 56.5% |
| Age | NAS | 12 yr |
| Price | £299 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
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 £299.
For beginners: Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
Cons
- −More expensive (£299 vs £250)
- −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 affordable (£250 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Inchgower?
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
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 Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
Inchgower 12 Year Old / Bot.1970s Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange