Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Macallan
£1300
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 47.7% |
| Age | 32 yr | 24 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1299.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £1300 vs £1500.
For beginners: Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (55/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1299.95)
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +More affordable (£1299.95 vs £1500)
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Laphroaig?
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 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 Macallan?
Macallan 24 Year Old 1993 Single Cask (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
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