Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) vs Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Douglas Laing
£195
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
| Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) | Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Douglas Laing | Lagavulin |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 54.9% | 56.5% |
| Age | 14 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £195 | £250 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) is better value at £195 vs £250.
For beginners: Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£195 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (54.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 £195)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing) 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
Both taste of
Only Islay 14 Year Old 2006 - Old Particular Halloween Edition (Douglas Laing)
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)