Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary vs The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
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 Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
The Lakes Distillery
£350
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary | The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 57.7% | 56.5% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £299 | £350 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
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 £350.
For beginners: The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith is more approachable (50/100 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 £350)
Cons
- −High ABV (57.7%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£350 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 Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2016) - 200th Anniversary
Only The Lakes Quatrefoil Collection - Faith