Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015) vs Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015)
Lagavulin
★ 4.86
£299
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Overeem
★ 5.00
£259
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015) | Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Overeem |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Australia |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.8% | 60% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £259.1 |
| Rating | 4.86/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Quick verdict
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.86).
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is better value at £259 vs £299.
For beginners: Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) is more approachable (35/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.8%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £259.1)
- −Lower community rating (4.9 vs 5.0)
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£259.1 vs £299)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (60%) — may need water
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015) 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 Overeem?
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength) 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
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Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2015)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Overeem Port Matured (Cask Strength)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange