Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025 vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
DistilleryPiccadily AgroLagavulin
RegionIslay
CountryIndiaScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV58.5%56.5%
AgeNAS12 yr
Price£179.95£250
Rating5.00/5

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025

Smoke0/100
Sweetness52/100
Beginner35/100
Value0/100

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

Smoke67/100
Sweetness0/100
Beginner20/100
Value20/100

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025 is better value at £180 vs £250.

For beginners: Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025 is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025

Pros

  • +More affordable (£179.95 vs £250)
  • +Vibrant, fresh fruit character

Cons

  • High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
  • 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 £179.95)
  • Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams

Who should buy Indri?

Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025 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 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 Indri Diwali Collectors Edition Indian Whisky 2025

ToastedHoneyCitricFresh Fruit

Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)

SmokeyMedicinalOilyKippery

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