Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Loch Lomond
£256
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Loch Lomond |
| Region | Islay | Highland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 47.1% |
| Age | 12 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £250 | £255.92 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £256.
For beginners: Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024 is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£250 vs £255.92)
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Pros
- +Longer maturation (24 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£255.92 vs £250)
- −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 2017) 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 Loch?
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Only Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Loch Lomond 24 Year Old 2000 Open Course Collection - 152nd Royal Troon 2024
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange