Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Mortlach
★ 5.00
£274
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Mortlach |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 52.6% |
| Age | 12 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £250 | £273.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is better value at £250 vs £274.
For beginners: Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£250 vs £273.95)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.6%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£273.95 vs £250)
- −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 Mortlach?
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 2017)
Only Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Mortlach 27 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange