Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£350
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Master of Malt |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 40% |
| Age | 25 yr | 50 yr |
| Price | £399 | £349.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Quick verdict
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is better value at £350 vs £399.
For beginners: Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
Cons
- −More expensive (£399 vs £349.95)
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£349.95 vs £399)
- +Longer maturation (50 vs 25 years)
Cons
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Master?
Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Only Master of Malt 50 Year Old Speyside (2nd Edition)