Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£299
The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)
GlenDronach
£399
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | GlenDronach |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 58.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | 14 yr |
| Price | £299 | £399 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary is better value at £299 vs £399.
For beginners: The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311) is more approachable (35/100 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 affordable (£299 vs £399)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (14 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (58.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£399 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
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 The?
The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311) 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 The GlenDronach 14 Year Old 1994 (cask 2311)