Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)
Tobermory
£193
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Tobermory |
| Region | Islay | Island |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 53.4% |
| Age | 12 yr | 27 yr |
| Price | £250 | £192.72 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited) is better value at £193 vs £250.
For beginners: Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited) 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 £192.72)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)
Pros
- +More affordable (£192.72 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (27 vs 12 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (53.4%) — 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 Tobermory?
Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited) 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 Tobermory 27 Year Old 1995 (cask 1976) (Limited)