Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
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 (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
The Macallan
£1100
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | The Macallan |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 43.6% |
| Age | 32 yr | 28 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1099.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £1100 vs £1500.
For beginners: Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is more approachable (60/100 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 £1099.95)
Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +More affordable (£1099.95 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 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) 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 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
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Where to buy
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
Macallan 28 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange