Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) vs Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£399
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pittyvaich
★ 5.00
£499
| Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) | Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Pittyvaich |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.9% | 52.1% |
| Age | 25 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £399 | £499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release) is better value at £399 vs £499.
For beginners: Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£399 vs £499)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Longer maturation (28 vs 25 years)
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −High ABV (52.1%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£499 vs £399)
- −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 Pittyvaich?
Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) suits those who enjoy sweet, honeyed, or fruity whiskies. It's accessible for beginners and crowd-pleasing enough for gifts. Fans of approachable Speyside or Irish whiskey will love it.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength (2017 Release)
Only Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)