Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey
The Lakes Distillery
£199
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | The Lakes Distillery |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | England |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 50.2% |
| Age | 12 yr | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £199 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey is better value at £199 vs £250.
For beginners: The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey 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
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (56.5%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£250 vs £199)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey
Pros
- +More affordable (£199 vs £250)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (50.2%) — 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 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 The?
The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey 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 The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Editions - Odyssey