Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009) vs Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009)
Lagavulin
★ 4.17
£299
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Teeling
★ 5.00
£395
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009) | Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Teeling |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Ireland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.9% | 46% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £299 | £395 |
| Rating | 4.17/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Quick verdict
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.17).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009) is better value at £299 vs £395.
For beginners: Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£299 vs £395)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (57.9%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.2 vs 5.0)
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£395 vs £299)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2009) 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 Teeling?
Teeling 24 Year Old - Vintage Reserve Collection is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
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