Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - 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 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
The Macallan
£1325
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 40.2% |
| Age | 32 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1324.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is better value at £1325 vs £1500.
For beginners: Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is more approachable (85/100 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 28 years)
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1324.95)
Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£1324.95 vs £1500)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
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 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Macallan 28 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange