Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky vs Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Undisclosed Distillery
£365
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
| Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky | Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Undisclosed Distillery | Laphroaig |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 48.9% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £365 | £399 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky is better value at £365 vs £399.
For beginners: Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£365 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £365)
Who should buy Islay?
Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay 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 Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Islay 1991 / 30 Year Old / Signatory for The Whisky Exchange Islay Whisky
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)