Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky vs Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Lagavulin
£199
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Brackla
★ 5.00
£220
| Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky | Royal Brackla 21 Year Old | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Lagavulin | Brackla |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 40% |
| Age | NAS | 21 yr |
| Price | £199 | £219.99 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Quick verdict
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky is better value at £199 vs £220.
For beginners: Royal Brackla 21 Year Old is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +More affordable (£199 vs £219.99)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£219.99 vs £199)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Lagavulin?
Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Royal?
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Tasting notes
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Only Lagavulin 12 Year Old / Special Releases 2018 / 18th Release Islay Whisky
Only Royal Brackla 21 Year Old