Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask vs Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£199
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Tormore
★ 5.00
£124
| Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask | Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Tormore |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46% | 60.2% |
| Age | 11 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £199 | £123.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £124 vs £199.
For beginners: Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Longer maturation (11 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£199 vs £123.95)
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£123.95 vs £199)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (60.2%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tormore?
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt) 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 Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Only Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Lagavulin 11 Year Old Offerman Edition - Charred Oak Cask
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Tormore 28 Year Old - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange