Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Drinks by the Dram
£250
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Drinks by the Dram |
| Region | Islay | Other Scotch |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Blended |
| ABV | 57.7% | 53.3% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £249.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) is better value at £250 vs £299.
For beginners: Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
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 (57.7%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£299 vs £249.95)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)
Pros
- +More affordable (£249.95 vs £299)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary 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 Single?
Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition) 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
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Only Single Cask Whisky Advent Calendar (Classic Edition)