Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) vs Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Laphroaig
★ 5.00
£1500
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Rosebank
★ 4.20
£1499
| Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) | Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Laphroaig | Rosebank |
| Region | Islay | Lowland |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 46.6% | 55.3% |
| Age | 32 yr | 21 yr |
| Price | £1500 | £1499 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 4.20/5 |
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Quick verdict
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 4.20).
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is better value at £1499 vs £1500.
For beginners: Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +Longer maturation (32 vs 21 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1500 vs £1499)
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)
Pros
- +More affordable (£1499 vs £1500)
Cons
- −High ABV (55.3%) — may need water
- −Lower community rating (4.2 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 Rosebank?
Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Laphroaig 32 Year Old (2015 Release)
Only Rosebank 21 Year Old 1992 (Special Release 2014)