Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) vs Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Lagavulin
★ 5.00
£250
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured
Tomintoul
£179
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) | Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Tomintoul |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 56.5% | 55.8% |
| Age | 12 yr | 19 yr |
| Price | £250 | £178.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017)
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured
Quick verdict
Lagavulin 12 Year Old (Special Release 2017) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured is better value at £179 vs £250.
For beginners: Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured is more approachable (35/100 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 £178.99)
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured
Pros
- +More affordable (£178.99 vs £250)
- +Longer maturation (19 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (55.8%) — 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 Tomintoul?
Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured 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 Tomintoul 19 Year Old 2000 (cask 1) - Pedro Ximénez Sherry Butt Matured