Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)
DistilleryLaphroaigHunter Laing
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandScotland
TypeSingle MaltSingle Malt
ABV46.6%47%
Age32 yr50 yr
Price£1500£2025.5
Rating5.00/5

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

Smoke64/100
Sweetness55/100
Beginner45/100
Value3/100

Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner55/100
Value0/100

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is better value at £1500 vs £2026.

For beginners: Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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)
  • +More affordable (£1500 vs £2025.5)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

Pros

  • +Longer maturation (50 vs 32 years)
  • +Rich oak and wood spice complexity

Cons

  • More expensive (£2025.5 vs £1500)
  • 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 Probably?

Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing) 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

Old Wood

Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)

SmokeySherriedDried FruitLeathery

Only Probably Speyside's Finest 50 Year Old - Old & Rare Platinum (Hunter Laing)

VanillaHoneyMalt ExtractToasted

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